Canthaxanthin is known mainly as the natural pigment of the orange-yellow Chanterelle mushroom, but also occurs in various lower animals, some crustaceans, insects, fishes and birds. Besides its pigmentation properties, Canthaxanthin has various physiological functions and can be converted into vitamin A in case of deficiency.
Other name: 2,4,4-Trimethyl-3-[3,7,12,16-tetramethyl-18-(2,6,6-trimethyl-3-oxo-1-cyclohexenyl)octadeca-1,3,5,7,9,11,13,15,17-nonaenyl]cyclohex-2-en-1-one
CAS NO.: 514-78-3
MF: C40H52O2
MW: 564.84
EINECS NO.: 208-187-2
Apperance:red fine powder
Testing Method:UV,TLC
Extract Method: Ethanol and Water
Analysis Certificate
Specification:
Identifications
Standards
Results
Appearance
Deep red powder
complies
Zeaxanthin HPLC
≥10.0%
12.45%
Lutein (HPLC)
13.11%
Powder Size
100% through 80 mesh
80 mesh
Ash
≤8.0%
5.7%
Loss on dry
≤5.0%
4.11%
Bulk Density
0.40~0.60(g/ml)
0.48(g/ml)
Heavy Metals
≤10ppm
Complies
Iron
≤10ppm
Complies
Arsenic
≤2ppm
Complies
Total Aerobic
≤1000CFU/g
≤1000CFU/g
Mold and Yeast
≤100CFU/g
≤100CFU/g
E.coli
Negative
Negative
Salmonella
Negative
Negative
Functions
Function:
Canthaxanthin is used for egg-yolk and broiler pigmentation, as the red component of the yolk colour, and in foods and cosmetics requiring a more orange-red hue.
Packaging & Shipping
Package:25kg/drum or as your request.
Storage Situation: Stored in a cool and dry well-closed container. Keep away from moisture and strong light/heat.
Shelf Life: Two years when properly stored.
Delivery: within two weeks after receiving your prepayment.
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