Molekula
beta-Carotene
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Beta-carotene is a natural orange pigment and provitamin A carotenoid widely used as a food coloring, nutritional supplement, and antioxidant in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and animal feed. It is also a key ingredient in vitamin formulations and functional foods due to its health benefits. This chemical has a CAS number of 7235-40-7, with the molecular formula C40H56 and a molecular weight of 536.87 g/mol. It requires storage at -15 to -20°C and carries no signal word for hazard classification. Molekula supplies beta-carotene from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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25 g — £108.90 per pack ex VAT · £130.68 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Red or reddish-brown beadlers |
| Identification | Conforms to reference |
| Assay | ≥1.0% |
| Total Coliforms | ≤3MPN/g |
| Arsenic (As) | ≤2ppm |
| Total Bacteria Count | ≤1000cfu/g |
| Mould & Yeast | ≤100cfu/g |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | -15 to -20 °C |
| Flash Point | 103 °C |
| Acidity | Acid |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Crystalline form appears deep orange or copper-colored |
| Melting Point | 183 °C (evacuated tube) |
| Boiling Point | 654 to 657 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Solubility (other solvents) | Soluble in acetone |
Source: PubChem CID 5280489 (HSDB, Human Metabolome Database (HMDB))
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 15672885 |
| CAS Number | 7235-40-7 |
| IUPAC Name | 1,3,3-trimethyl-2-[(1E,3E,5E,7E,9E,11E,13E,15E,17E)-3,7,12,16-tetramethyl-18-(2,6,6-trimethylcyclohexen-1-yl)octadeca-1,3,5,7,9,11,13,15,17-nonaenyl]cyclohexene |
| EC Number | 230-636-6 |
| Molecular Formula | C40H56 |
| Molecular Weight | 536.87 |
| Exact Mass | 536.4382 |
| SMILES | CC1=C(C(CCC1)(C)C)/C=C/C(=C/C=C/C(=C/C=C/C=C(/C=C/C=C(/C=C/C2=C(CCCC2(C)C)C)\C)\C)/C)/C |
| InChIKey | OENHQHLEOONYIE-JLTXGRSLSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C40H56/c1-31(19-13-21-33(3)25-27-37-35(5)23-15-29-39(37,7)8)17-11-12-18-32(2)20-14-22-34(4)26-28-38-36(6)24-16-30-40(38,9)10/h11-14,17-22,25-28H,15-16,23-24,29-30H2,1-10H3/b12-11+,19-13+,20-14+,27-25+,28-26+,31-17+,32-18+,33-21+,34-22+ |
| PubChem CID | 5280489 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 32129000 |
| Tariff Code | 3212900000 |
Safety & GHS
Precautionary statements
- P231 Handle under inert gas
- P264 Wash thoroughly after handling
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
Enter a lot or batch number to retrieve the CoA for that specific batch. We can generate one from spec data if no PDF is on file.
Synonyms
- all-trans-beta-Carotene
- beta,beta-Carotene
- BetaVit
- Carotaben
- Food orange 5
- KPMK
- Provatene
- Provatenol
- Serlabo
- Solatene
Frequently asked questions
What is beta-carotene used for?
Beta-carotene is primarily used as a provitamin A supplement, a food coloring (E160a), and an antioxidant in pharmaceuticals, animal feed, and nutraceutical applications.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of beta-carotene?
The chemical formula is **C₄₀H₅₆**, and the molecular weight is **536.87 g/mol**.
How should beta-carotene be stored?
Store beta-carotene at **-15 to -20°C** in a cool, dark, and dry environment to prevent degradation.
What grades of beta-carotene does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies **pharmaceutical-grade (USP/EP/JP)**, **food-grade**, and **technical-grade** beta-carotene depending on application requirements.
Can Molekula supply beta-carotene in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can supply beta-carotene in bulk, with packaging options ranging from **1 kg to 25 kg drums** or larger custom quantities.
What documentation comes with a beta-carotene order?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, **Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)**, and **batch-specific documentation** for traceability.
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