Canthaxanthin

SKU: orb1301431

Description

Canthaxanthin (E 161g) is a natural red-orange xanthophyll pigment found in various microorganisms. It is widely used in research as a potent antioxidant and colorant, with applications in studying oxidative stress, lipid peroxidation, and carotenoid metabolism in both in vitro and in vivo models.

Research Area

Immunology & Inflammation, Metabolism Research, Signal Transduction

Key Properties

• CAS Number: 514-78-3
• MW: 564.84
• Purity: 99.10% (May vary between batches)
• Formula: C₄₀H₅₂O₂
• SMILES: CC(C)(CC1)C(/C=C/C(C)=C/C=C/C(C)=C/C=C/C=C(C)/C=C/C=C(C)/C=C/C(C(C)(CC2)C)=C(C)C2=O)=C(C)C1=O
• Target: Endogenous Metabolite,Reactive Oxygen Species,ROS
• Solubility: DMSO:33.89 mg/mL (60 mM)

Bioactivity

• In Vitro:
  Canthaxanthin enrichment of LDL has the potential to protect cholesterol from oxidation. It possesses free radical scavenging and antioxidant properties (e.g., the induction of catalase and superoxide dismutase), along with immunomodulatory activity (e.g., enhancing the proliferation and function of immune-competent cells) and a critical role in gap junction communication (e.g., induction of the transmembrane protein connexin 43).

Storage & Handling

• Storage: keep away from direct sunlight,store under nitrogen | Powder: -20°C for 3 years | Shipping with blue ice/Shipping at ambient temperature.
• Expiration Date: 12 months from date of receipt.
• Disclaimer: For research use only

Alternative Names

Canthaxanthin, all-trans-Canthaxanthin, E 161g, inhibit, Endogenous Metabolite, Inhibitor, Reactive Oxygen Species, ReactiveOxygenSpecies

Compound Identifiers

PubChem CID

10580