α-Cryptoxanthin
SIGMA/69553 - ≥90.0% (HPLC)
Synonym: α-Caroten-3-ol; (3R,6′R)-β,ε-Caroten-3-ol; Physoxanthin; Zeinoxanthin
CAS Number: 24480-38-4
Empirical Formula (Hill Notation): C40H56O
Molecular Weight: 552.87
Linear Formula: C40H56O
Product Type: Chemical
λ | in hexane (with 2% dichloromethane) |
assay | ≥90.0% (HPLC) |
form | solid |
InChI | 1S/C40H56O/c1-30(18-13-20 |
InChI key | NBZANZVJRKXVBH-NHWXEJKLSA |
Quality Level | 100 |
SMILES string | CC(/C=C/C1=C(C)C[C@@H](O) |
storage temp. | −20°C |
UV absorption | λ: 450 nm±10 nm Amax |
General description: | α-Cryptoxanthin is a derivative of asymmetric α-carotene (β,ε-carotene) and belongs to the carotenoid family. It is one of the major xanthophylls present in the human brain. α-Cryptoxanthin is found in carrot leaves and autumn olive. |
RIDADR | NONH for all modes of transport |
WGK Germany | WGK 3 |
Flash Point(F) | Not applicable |
Flash Point(C) | Not applicable |
Purity | ≥90.0% (HPLC) |
Storage Temp. | −20°C |
UNSPSC | 12352202 |