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Xanthophyll CAS#127-40-2

Xanthophyll CAS#127-40-2

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Xanthophyll
marigold extract

Xanthophyll, commonly represented by lutein, is a carotenoid alcohol found in egg yolk, algae, nettles and yellow flower petals. Its natural pigment character and antioxidant description support use as a botanical color and research ingredient. It is obtained by extraction and chromatography from plant and algal sources. Applications include carotenoid research, botanical ingredient preparation and formulations where a yellow xanthophyll pigment is required.

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product description

Powerful Antioxidant Properties‌ :Inhibits risks of cancer and heart disease.


Essential for Eye Health‌ :Serves as a key carotenoid in the retina.


‌Prevents Age-related Eye Conditions‌ :Effectively reduces macular degeneration risk.


Clinically Supported Efficacy‌ :Proven to treat and prevent cataracts.


Product Description of ‌Xanthophyll CAS#127-40-2

Lutein, also referred to as marigold extract, is a premium botanical ingredient with growing recognition for its multiple benefits. It acts as a powerful antioxidant, helping lower the risks of cancer and heart disease, and plays an essential role in eye health protection. Lutein is an indispensable carotenoid present in the human eye. A study published in *Ophthalmology* indicates that lutein-rich foods can prevent and relieve cataracts, and protect eyes from age-related macular degeneration.


Product Application of Xanthophyll CAS#127-40-2

Xanthophyll is one of the most common carotenoid alcohols in nature. It was first extracted from egg yolk, and can also be isolated by chromatography from nettles, algae and the petals of many yellow flowers.
Product Specifications

Parameters


Melting point

195 °C

alpha

18Cd +165° (c = 0.7 in benzene)

Boiling point

572.66°C (rough estimate)

density

0.9944 (rough estimate)

refractive index

n20/D1.361-1.363

Fp

269.1±27.5 °C

storage temp.

-20°C

solubility

Chloroform (Slightly), Dichloromethane (Slightly), Methanol (Slightly, Heated, Sonicated)

pka

14.61±0.70(Predicted)

form

Solid

color

Red to Very Dark Red

biological source

rabbit

optical activity

〔α〕656.3 +16220 (c 0.2, CHCl3)

λmax

λ: 441-451 nm Amax

Merck

13,10120

BRN

2068547

Stability:

Light Sensitive, Temperature Sensitive

InChIKey

KBPHJBAIARWVSC-RGZFRNHPSA-N

LogP

11.524 (est)

CAS DataBase Reference

127-40-2(CAS DataBase Reference)

EPA Substance Registry System

.beta.,.epsilon.-Carotene-3,3'-diol, (3R,3'R,6'R)- (127-40-2)


Safety Information


Hazard Codes

Xi

Risk Statements

36/37/38-11

Safety Statements

26-37/39-16-7-24/25

WGK Germany

3

F

1-8-10-16

HS Code

29061990


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Delivery Time

Inventory 2-3 working days New manufacturing 7-10 working days

Mode of Transportation
1. By Air, fast but expensive.
2. By Sea, usual and economy.
3. By Train, suit for middle Asia countries.
4. By Express, suit for small package.
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