7,8-Didehydroastaxanthin CAS 19866-02-5

Purity 97%+In StockPharmaceutical Standards
CAS No.19866-02-5
Molecular FormulaC40H50O4
Molecular Weight594.82 g/mol
CategoryPharmaceutical Standards / API Standards
AvailabilityIn Stock

Chemical Structure

7,8-Didehydroastaxanthin CAS 19866-02-5 chemical structure

Description

7,8-Didehydroastaxanthin (CAS 19866-02-5) is a pharmaceutical standards certified reference material from CATO. Molecular formula: C40H50O4. Molecular weight: 594.82 g/mol. ISO 17034 accredited production ensures traceable purity and reliable analytical results.

Physical & Chemical Properties

Molecular FormulaC40H50O4
Molecular Weight594.82 g/mol
AppearancePale yellow to yellow crystalline powder
Purity97%+
StorageStore at room temperature, protect from light, keep sealed and dry
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)16.0
UV AbsorptionUV-absorbing
Structural FeaturesAromatic ring present
CAS Registry Year (est.)1962

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