Xanthophyll CAS 127-40-2

Purity >95%In StockPharmaceutical Standards
CAS No.127-40-2
Molecular FormulaC40H56O2
Molecular Weight568.87 g/mol
CategoryPharmaceutical Standards / API Standards
AvailabilityIn Stock

Chemical Structure

Xanthophyll CAS 127-40-2 chemical structure

Description

Xanthophyll (CAS 127-40-2) reference standard, produced by CATO (ISO 17034 / CNAS / ANAB accredited). Molecular formula: C40H56O2. Molecular weight: 568.87 g/mol. Trusted by 10,000+ laboratories worldwide for pharmaceutical analysis and QC.

Physical & Chemical Properties

Molecular FormulaC40H56O2
Molecular Weight568.87 g/mol
AppearancePale yellow to yellow crystalline powder
Purity>95%
StorageStore at room temperature, protect from light
Solubility (reference)Soluble in chloroform, dichloromethane, ethyl acetate, DMSO
StabilityMay oxidize slowly on prolonged air exposure; Light-sensitive; avoid direct strong light
Degree of Unsaturation (DBE)13.0
UV AbsorptionUV-absorbing
Structural FeaturesAromatic ring present
CAS Registry Year (est.)1957

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