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Astaxanthin (trans-Astaxanthin) is a keto-carotenoid in the terpenes class of chemical compounds. It is classified as a xanthophyll but it is a carotenoid with no vitamin A activity. It is present in most red-colored aquatic organisms. Astaxanthin has shown to mediate anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory actions. It may be found in fish feed or some animal food as a color additive.

| Pack Size | Price | Availability | Quantity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 mg | $30 | In Stock | |
| 5 mg | $43 | In Stock | |
| 10 mg | $61 | In Stock | |
| 25 mg | $98 | In Stock | |
| 50 mg | $133 | In Stock | |
| 100 mg | $196 | In Stock | |
| 500 mg | $487 | In Stock |
| Description | Astaxanthin (trans-Astaxanthin) is a keto-carotenoid in the terpenes class of chemical compounds. It is classified as a xanthophyll but it is a carotenoid with no vitamin A activity. It is present in most red-colored aquatic organisms. Astaxanthin has shown to mediate anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory actions. It may be found in fish feed or some animal food as a color additive. |
| Synonyms | β-Carotene-4,4'-dione, trans-Astaxanthin, Ovoester, AstaREAL |
| Molecular Weight | 596.84 |
| Formula | C40H52O4 |
| Cas No. | 472-61-7 |
| Smiles | C\C(\C=C\C=C(/C)\C=C\C1=C(C)C(=O)[C@@H](O)CC1(C)C)=C/C=C/C=C(\C)/C=C/C=C(\C)/C=C/C1=C(C)C(=O)[C@@H](O)CC1(C)C |
| Relative Density. | 1.071 g/cm3 |
| Storage | store at low temperature,keep away from direct sunlight,store under nitrogen | Powder: -20°C for 3 years | In solvent: -80°C for 1 year | Shipping with blue ice/Shipping at ambient temperature. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Solubility Information | DMSO: 5.97 mg/mL (10 mM), Sonication is recommended. DMF: 1 mg/mL (1.68 mM), Sonication is recommended. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
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