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CAS 18457-54-0

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Diadinoxanthin

Description:
Diadinoxanthin is a carotenoid pigment primarily found in certain microalgae and phytoplankton, playing a crucial role in photosynthesis and photoprotection. It is characterized by its distinctive yellow-orange color, which is attributed to its conjugated double bond system. The molecular structure of diadinoxanthin includes a series of isoprene units, typical of carotenoids, contributing to its hydrophobic nature. This compound is known for its ability to dissipate excess light energy as heat, thereby protecting photosynthetic organisms from photodamage under high light conditions. Diadinoxanthin is also involved in the xanthophyll cycle, which helps regulate the light-harvesting process in response to varying light intensities. Its presence in marine ecosystems is significant, as it serves as a vital component of the food web, influencing the productivity and health of aquatic environments. Additionally, diadinoxanthin has garnered interest for its potential antioxidant properties, although further research is needed to fully understand its biological effects and applications.
Formula:C40H54O3
InChI:InChI=1S/C40H54O3/c1-29(17-13-19-31(3)21-22-36-33(5)25-34(41)26-37(36,6)7)15-11-12-16-30(2)18-14-20-32(4)23-24-40-38(8,9)27-35(42)28-39(40,10)43-40/h11-20,23-24,34-35,41-42H,25-28H2,1-10H3/b12-11+,17-13+,18-14+,24-23+,29-15+,30-16+,31-19+,32-20+/t34-,35+,39-,40+/m1/s1
InChI key:InChIKey=OGHZCSINIMWCSB-GHIQLMQGSA-N
SMILES:C(=C/C(=C/C=C/C(=C/C=C/C=C(/C=C/C=C(/C#CC=1C(C)(C)C[C@H](O)CC1C)\C)\C)/C)/C)\[C@]23[C@](C)(O2)C[C@@H](O)CC3(C)C
Synonyms:
  • Diadinoxanthin
  • β-Carotene-3,3′-diol, 7′,8′-didehydro-5,6-epoxy-5,6-dihydro-, all-trans-
  • (3S,3′R,5R,6S)-7′,8′-Didehydro-5,6-epoxy-5,6-dihydro-β,β-carotene-3,3′-diol
  • 7-Oxabicyclo[4.1.0]heptane, β,β-carotene-3,3′-diol deriv.
  • β,β-Carotene-3,3′-diol, 7′,8′-didehydro-5,6-epoxy-5,6-dihydro-, (3S,3′R,5R,6S)-
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