CAS 50657-19-7
:α-Zeacarotene
Description:
α-Zeacarotene is a carotenoid, a class of pigments found in plants, which contributes to the coloration of fruits and vegetables. It is characterized by its long hydrocarbon chain, which includes multiple conjugated double bonds, giving it a characteristic orange-red color. This compound is known for its antioxidant properties, which can help protect cells from oxidative damage. α-Zeacarotene is also a precursor to vitamin A, playing a crucial role in human nutrition and health. It is soluble in organic solvents but insoluble in water, which is typical for carotenoids. The compound is stable under normal conditions but can degrade when exposed to light, heat, or oxygen, which can affect its efficacy and color. In addition to its nutritional benefits, α-zeacarotene is studied for its potential health benefits, including its role in reducing the risk of certain diseases. Its applications extend to the food industry as a natural colorant and in dietary supplements.
Formula:C40H58
InChI:InChI=1S/C40H58/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/h11-12,14,16,18-20,22-25,27-30,39H,13,15,17,21,26,31H2,1-10H3/b12-11+,22-14+,23-16+,30-29+,33-19+,34-20+,35-24+,36-25+,37-27+/t39-/m0/s1
InChI key:InChIKey=IGABZIVJSNQMPZ-DWQNOKSTSA-N
SMILES:C(=C/C(=C/C=C/C(=C/C=C/C=C(/C=C/C=C(/CC/C=C(/CCC=C(C)C)\C)\C)\C)/C)/C)\[C@@H]1C(C)(C)CCC=C1C
Synonyms:- α-Zeacarotene
- ε,ψ-Carotene, 7′,8′-dihydro-, (6R)-
- (6R)-7′,8′-Dihydro-ε,ψ-carotene
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b-Zeacarotene
CAS:<p>b-Zeacarotene is a carotenoid molecule that is found in plants and animals. It has been shown to have an inhibitory effect on protein synthesis. b-Zeacarotene is a reactive compound that can react with other compounds to form new compounds, such as reaction products of the polyene type. In bacteria, transcriptional regulation of genes involved in carotenoid biosynthesis has been shown to be inhibited by b-zeacarotene.</p>Formula:C40H58Purity:Min. 95%Molecular weight:538.89 g/mol
