CAS 472-93-5

γ-Carotene

Description:

γ-Carotene, with the CAS number 472-93-5, is a member of the carotenoid family, which are organic pigments found in plants and some microorganisms. It is a tetraterpene, consisting of a long hydrocarbon chain with conjugated double bonds, contributing to its characteristic orange-yellow color. γ-Carotene is a precursor to vitamin A and plays a role in photosynthesis and photoprotection in plants. It is insoluble in water but soluble in organic solvents such as ethanol and hexane. This compound exhibits antioxidant properties, helping to neutralize free radicals and protect cells from oxidative damage. In terms of stability, γ-Carotene is sensitive to light, heat, and oxygen, which can lead to degradation and loss of its beneficial properties. It is commonly found in various fruits and vegetables, contributing to their nutritional value. Additionally, γ-Carotene is of interest in food and cosmetic industries for its coloring and potential health benefits.

Formula: C₄₀H₅₆

InChI: InChI=1/C40H56/c1-32(2)18-13-21-35(5)24-15-26-36(6)25-14-22-33(3)19-11-12-20-34(4)23-16-27-37(7)29-30-39-38(8)28-17-31-40(39,9)10/h11-12,14-16,18-20,22-27,29-30H,13,17,21,28,31H2,1-10H3/b12-11+,22-14+,23-16+,26-15+,30-29+,33-19+,34-20+,35-24+,36-25+,37-27+

InChI key: InChIKey=HRQKOYFGHJYEFS-BXOLYSJBSA-N

SMILES: C(=C/C(=C/C=C/C(=C/C=C/C=C(/C=C/C=C(/C=C/C=C(/CCC=C(C)C)\C)\C)\C)/C)/C)\C=1C(C)(C)CCCC1C

Synonyms:

• (all-E)-2-(3,7,12,16,20,24-Hexamethyl-1,3,5,7,9,11,13,15,17,19,23-pentacosaundecaenyl)-1,3,3-trimethylcyclohexene
• Cyclohexene, 2-(3,7,12,16,20,24-hexamethyl-1,3,5,7,9,11,13,15,17,19,23-pentacosaundecaenyl)-1,3,3-trimethyl-, (all-E)-
• all-trans-γ-Carotene
• beta,psi-Carotene
• β,ψ-Carotene
• γ-Carotene
• γ-Carotene, all-trans-
• gamma-Carotene
• gamma-Carotene >=90% (HPLC)
• GAMMACAROTENE

γ-Carotene

CAS: 472-93-5

γ-Carotene is a naturally occurring pigment belonging to the class of carotenoids, predominantly found in certain plants.

Formula: C₄₀H₅₆

Molecular weight: 536.87

Ref: TM-TN8321

γ-Carotene

CAS: 472-93-5

Gamma-carotene is a polycarboxylic acid that is a major food component. It has been shown to have neuroprotective effects in the brains of mice and may be important for the prevention of dementia. Gamma-carotene is found in plants, where it acts as a photosynthetic pigment, absorbing light energy and converting it into chemical energy. It also functions as an antioxidant, which protects cells from damage by free radicals. The biosynthesis of gamma-carotene starts with geranylgeranyl diphosphate (GGDP), which is then converted to phytoene by phytoene synthase. This reaction involves removal of two hydrogen atoms from GGDP, followed by the addition of two acetate groups. The next step in the pathway is conversion to lycopene by lycopene cyclase, and finally to beta-carotene by beta-carotenoid dehydrogenase.

Formula: C₄₀H₅₆

Purity: Min. 95%

Color and Shape: Dark Red Solid

Molecular weight: 536.87 g/mol

Ref: 3D-FC32341

γ-Carotene

CAS: 472-93-5

Formula: C₄₀H₅₆

Molecular weight: 536.89

Ref: ST-EA-CP-B202002