Beta-Carotene CAS 7235-40-7

Purity >95%In StockPharmaceutical Standards
CAS No.7235-40-7
Molecular FormulaC40H56
Molecular Weight536.87 g/mol
CategoryPharmaceutical Standards / API Standards
AvailabilityIn Stock

Chemical Structure

Beta-Carotene CAS 7235-40-7 chemical structure

Description

Beta-Carotene (CAS 7235-40-7) reference standard, produced by CATO (ISO 17034 / CNAS / ANAB accredited). Molecular formula: C40H56. Molecular weight: 536.87 g/mol. Trusted by 10,000+ laboratories worldwide for pharmaceutical analysis and QC.

Physical & Chemical Properties

Molecular FormulaC40H56
Molecular Weight536.87 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
StabilityLight-sensitive; avoid direct strong light
Degree of Unsaturation (DBE)13.0
UV AbsorptionUV-absorbing
Structural FeaturesAromatic ring present
CAS Registry Year (est.)1959

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