Zeaxanthin CAS144-68-3 is the main pigment of yellow corn, with a molecular formula of C40H56O2 and a molecular weight of 568.88 Daltons. Zeaxanthin is widely distributed in yellow corn, egg yolk, orange, and yellow vegetables and fruits. Zeaxanthin itself does not have the activity of vitamin A, but it and its isomer lutein play an important role in preventing age-related macular degeneration (AMD).

Specification

Melting point: 203-205 ℃

Boiling point: 572.66 ° C

Density: 0.9944

Refractive index: 1.5250 (estimate)

Appearance: Light orange to very dark red near

Application

Zeaxanthin is widely used as a food additive and is commonly used in the food industry to color meat products. Properties obtained from ethanol are yellow diamond shaped crystals with metallic luster, almost insoluble in water. Usage exists in various plants and animals such as corn, spinach, eggs, fish, algae, etc. Natural pigments extracted using modern biotechnology.

Packing

25kg/drum

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