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514-78-3

Name Canthaxanthin
CAS 514-78-3
EINECS(EC#) 208-187-2
Molecular Formula C40H52O2
MDL Number MFCD00016364
Molecular Weight 564.84
MOL File 514-78-3.mol

Chemical Properties

Melting point  217~218℃
Boiling point  717.0±40.0 °C(Predicted)
density  1.003±0.06 g/cm3(Predicted)
storage temp.  0-6°C
solubility  Chloroform (Slightly)
form  neat
color  Very Dark Red to Black
λmax λ: 465 nm±5 nm Amax
Merck  13,1758
BRN  1898520
Stability: Light Sensitive
InChIKey FDSDTBUPSURDBL-DKLMTRRASA-N
LogP 9.526 (est)
Uses
Canthaxanthin is a synthetic red colorant that is the carotenoid of most intense red color. it is available in oil-soluble, oil-dispersible, and water-dispersible forms. it has fair ph, heat, light, and chemical stability with a low tinctorial strength. unlike the carotenoids beta- carotene and beta-apo-8-carotenal, it does not possess vitamin a activity. maximum usage level is 66 ppm. uses include carbonated soft drinks, salad dressing, and spaghetti sauce.
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Safety Data

WGK Germany  nwg
RTECS  FI0330000
Safety Profile
When heated to decomposition it emits acrid smoke and irritating fumes.

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