Category
Betacarotene
CAS Number
7235-40-7
Molecular Formula
C40H56
Molecular Weight
536.87 g/mol
Synonym

1,3,3-trimethyl-2-[(1E,3E,5E,7E,9E,11E,13E,15E,17E)-3,7,12,16-tetramethyl-18-(2,6,6-trimethylcyclohexen-1-yl)octadeca-1,3,5,7,9,11,13,15,17-nonaenyl]cyclohexene ;

Keywords
Fine Chemicals
Intermediates
Pharmaceutical Standards
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Beta-carotene is a natural pigment and antioxidant used as a dietary supplement to support eye health and boost vitamin A levels. It is also used in food and cosmetic products as a colorant and to protect cells from oxidative damage.