Molekula
Xanthophyll (Lutein)
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Xanthophyll (Lutein) is a naturally occurring carotenoid pigment found in green leafy vegetables and certain algae, widely used in dietary supplements and nutraceuticals for its antioxidant properties and role in supporting eye health. It has a CAS number of 127-40-2, a molecular formula of C40H56O2, and a molecular weight of 568.87 g/mol. Store at -15 to -20 °C. Molekula supplies Xanthophyll (Lutein) from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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1 mg — $324.90 per pack
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Dark red powder |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | -15 to -20 °C |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 196 °C |
Source: PubChem CID 5281243 (DrugBank)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 29291878 |
| CAS Number | 127-40-2 |
| IUPAC Name | (1R)-4-[(1E,3E,5E,7E,9E,11E,13E,15E,17E)-18-[(1R,4R)-4-hydroxy-2,6,6-trimethylcyclohex-2-en-1-yl]-3,7,12,16-tetramethyloctadeca-1,3,5,7,9,11,13,15,17-nonaenyl]-3,5,5-trimethylcyclohex-3-en-1-ol |
| EC Number | 204-840-0 |
| Molecular Formula | C40H56O2 |
| Molecular Weight | 568.87 |
| Exact Mass | 568.428 |
| SMILES | CC1=C(C(C[C@@H](C1)O)(C)C)/C=C/C(=C/C=C/C(=C/C=C/C=C(\C)/C=C/C=C(\C)/C=C/[C@H]2C(=C[C@@H](CC2(C)C)O)C)/C)/C |
| InChIKey | KBPHJBAIARWVSC-RGZFRNHPSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C40H56O2/c1-29(17-13-19-31(3)21-23-37-33(5)25-35(41)27-39(37,7)8)15-11-12-16-30(2)18-14-20-32(4)22-24-38-34(6)26-36(42)28-40(38,9)10/h11-25,35-37,41-42H,26-28H2,1-10H3/b12-11+,17-13+,18-14+,23-21+,24-22+,29-15+,30-16+,31-19+,32-20+/t35-,36+,37-/m0/s1 |
| PubChem CID | 5281243 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 3203001000 |
| Tariff Code | 3203001000 |
Safety & GHS
Precautionary statements
- 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, Portuguese, 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-Lutein
- all-trans-Xanthophyll
- FloraGLO
- FloraGLO Lutein
- Lutein
- Lutein A
- trans-Lutein
- Vegetable lutein
- Vegetable luteol
- Xantofyl
Frequently asked questions
What is xanthophyll (lutein) used for?
Xanthophyll (lutein) is primarily used in dietary supplements and nutraceuticals for eye health, particularly to support macular pigment density and reduce the risk of age-related macular degeneration.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of lutein?
The chemical formula of lutein is C40H56O2, and its molecular weight is 568.87 g/mol.
How should lutein be stored?
Lutein should be stored at temperatures between -15 and -20 °C to maintain stability and prevent degradation.
What grade of lutein does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies lutein in high-purity pharmaceutical and food-grade quality, suitable for supplements and functional foods.
Can Molekula supply lutein in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can supply lutein in bulk quantities; please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with a lutein order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and a Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), with additional documentation available upon request.
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