β-Carotenone CAS 20126-74-3

Purity 97%+In StockPharmaceutical Standards
CAS No.20126-74-3
Molecular FormulaC40H56O4
Molecular Weight600.87 g/mol
CategoryPharmaceutical Standards / API Standards
AvailabilityIn Stock

Chemical Structure

β-Carotenone CAS 20126-74-3 chemical structure

Description

β-Carotenone (CAS 20126-74-3) is a high-purity pharmaceutical standards reference standard from CATO, an ISO 17034 accredited reference material producer. Molecular formula: C40H56O4. Molecular weight: 600.87 g/mol. Each batch is supplied with a Certificate of Analysis (COA).

Physical & Chemical Properties

Molecular FormulaC40H56O4
Molecular Weight600.87 g/mol
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)13.0
UV AbsorptionUV-absorbing
Structural FeaturesAromatic ring present
CAS Registry Year (est.)1962

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