(E/Z)-Phytoene
SIGMA/78903 - mixture of isomers, ≥95% (HPLC)
CAS Number: 540-04-5
Empirical Formula (Hill Notation): C40H64
Molecular Weight: 544.94
MDL Number: MFCD22666385
Linear Formula: C40H64
Product Type: Chemical
| application(s) | metabolomics vitamins, nutraceuticals, and natural products |
| assay | ≥95% (HPLC) |
| form | solid |
| InChI | 1S/C40H64/c1-33(2)19-13-2 |
| InChI key | YVLPJIGOMTXXLP-KEKOKYSKSA |
| Quality Level | 100 ![]() |
| SMILES string | CC(C)=CCCC(C)=CCCC(C |
| storage temp. | −20°C |
| Application: | (E/Z)-Phytoene has been used as a reference standard to prepare the standard curve in high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC). |
| Biochem/physiol Actions: | Phytoene acts as precursors for other carotenoids in nature. It can also serve as free radical quenchers, DNA protectors and anti-inflammatory agents. |
| General description: | Phytoene is a colorless carotenoid, that is bioavailable and may be beneficial for health. It belongs to the carotenoid family and can absorb light in the UV (ultra violet) range (λ max 287nm). |
| RIDADR | NONH for all modes of transport |
| WGK Germany | WGK 3 |
| Flash Point(F) | Not applicable |
| Flash Point(C) | Not applicable |
| Purity | ≥95% (HPLC) |
| Storage Temp. | −20°C |
| UNSPSC | 12352202 |

