Lutein epoxide

Ref. 3D-FL57815

Product Information

• Name: Lutein epoxide
• Synonyms: 5,6-Epoxy-5,6-dihydro-β,ε-carotene-3,3'-diol
• Brand: Biosynth
• Description: Lutein epoxide is a chinese herb that contains polyene and fatty acid. It has been shown to be effective in treating congestive heart failure, as well as other conditions such as photosynthetic activity and reactive oxygen species (ROS) generation. Lutein epoxide also has the ability to reduce xanthophyll pigments, which are important for light absorption. This compound can be used as an analog for lutein in plant physiology research.

Chemical properties

• Molecular weight: 584.87 g/mol
• Formula: C₄₀H₅₆O₃
• Purity: Min. 95 Area-%
• Color/Form: Powder