beta-Carotene

Base Information Edit

Chemical Name:beta-Carotene
CAS No.:7235-40-7
Molecular Formula:C40H56
Molecular Weight:536.885
Hs Code.:2936.10
Mol file:7235-40-7.mol

Synonyms:Provitamin A;beta Carotene;CPD1F-129;Cyclohexene, 1,1-(3,7,12,16-tetramethyl-1,3,5,7,9,11,13,15,17-octadecanonaene-1,18-diyl)bis(2,6,6-trimethyl-, (all-E)-;trans-B-Carotene;KPMK;Betacarotenum [Latin];(1E,3Z,5E,7Z,9E,11E,13E,15E)-3,7,12,16-tetramethyl-1,18-bis(2,6,6-trimethyl-1-cyclohexenyl)octadeca-1,3,5,7,9,11,13,15,17-nonaene;(1E,3E,5E,7E,9E,11E,13E,15E,17E)-3,7,12,16-tetramethyl-1,18-bis(2,6,6-trimethyl-1-cyclohexenyl)octadeca-1,3,5,7,9,11,13,15,17-nonaene;a,a-Carotene;Cyclohexene, 1,1-(3,7,12,16-tetramethyl-1,3,5, 7,9,11,13,15,17-octadecanonaene-1,18-diyl)bis[2,6,6-trimethyl-, (all-E)-;all-trans-.beta.-Carotene;Solatene (caps);beta-Karotin;Cyclohexene, 1,1-(3,7,12,16-tetramethyl-1,3,5, {7,9,11,13,15,17-octadecanonaene-1,18-diyl)bis[2,6,6-trimethyl-,} (all-E)-;Zlut prirodni 26 [Czech];Lucarotin;Provatene;(all-E)-1,1-(3,7,12,16-Tetramethyl-1,3,5, 7,9,11,13,15,17-octadecanonaene-1,18-diyl)bis[2,6, 6-trimethylcyclohexene];Food orange 5;Betacaroteno [Spanish];all-trans-beta-Carotene;.beta.-Carotene, all-trans-;1,1-(3,7,12,16-Tetramethyl-1,3,5,7,9,11,13,15,17-octadecanonaene-1,18-diyl)bis(2,6,6-trimethylcyclohexene), (all E)-;Karotin [Czech];31797-85-0;(all-E)-1,1-(3,7,12,16-Tetramethyl-1,3,5,7,9,11,13,15,17-octadecanonaene-1,18-diyl)bis(2,6,6-trimethylcyclohexene);Solatene;Betacaroteno [INN-Spanish];b-Carotene;Diet,beta-carotene supplementation;beta,beta-Carotene;3,7,12,16-tetramethyl-1,18-bis(2,6,6-trimethyl-1-cyclohexenyl)octadeca-1,3,5,7,9,11,13,15,17-nonaene;Carotaben;beta-Carotene, all-trans-;β-Carotene;B-Carotene; Carotin; Provitanin A;Beta- Carotene Beta;natracol beta carotene wsp1;beta-Carotene natural;

Suppliers and Price of beta-Carotene

Supply Marketing:Edit

Business phase:: The product has achieved commercial mass production^*data from LookChem market partment

Manufacturers and distributors:

Manufacture/Brand
Chemicals and raw materials
Packaging
price

Usbiological
Beta Carotene
10g
$ 296.00

TRC
β-Carotene
100mg
$ 175.00

TRC
β-Carotene
25mg
$ 95.00

TRC
β-Carotene
50mg
$ 135.00

TRC
β-Carotene
10mg
$ 65.00

TCI Chemical
Beta Carotene >97.0%(E)
5g
$ 88.00

TCI Chemical
Beta Carotene >97.0%(E)
1g
$ 30.00

Sigma-Aldrich
β-Carotene Pharmaceutical Secondary Standard; Certified Reference Material
3x100mg
$ 140.00

Sigma-Aldrich
Beta Carotene United States Pharmacopeia (USP) Reference Standard
7x100mg
$ 363.00

Sigma-Aldrich
β-Carotene ≥97.0% (UV)
25g-f
$ 259.00

Total 309 raw suppliers

Chemical Property of beta-Carotene Edit

Chemical Property:

Appearance/Colour:red to purple power
Vapor Pressure:2.71E-16mmHg at 25°C
Melting Point:176-184 °C (dec.)
Refractive Index:1.565
Boiling Point:654.7 °C at 760 mmHg
Flash Point:346 °C
PSA：0.00000
Density:0.941 g/cm³
LogP:12.60580
Storage Temp.:−20°C
Sensitive.:Air & Light Sensitive
Solubility.:hexane: 100 μg/mL, soluble
Water Solubility.:Soluble in hexane, dimethyl sulfoxide, benzene, chloroform, cyclohexane. Insoluble in water.

Purity/Quality:

99% BY HPLC ^*data from raw suppliers

Beta Carotene ^*data from reagent suppliers

Safty Information:

Pictogram(s): Xn
Hazard Codes:Xn
Statements: 44-36/37/38-20/21/22
Safety Statements: 7-15-18-36-26-24/25

MSDS Files:: SDS file from LookChem

Useful:

Precursor of Vitamin A (Retinol) Beta-carotene is enzymatically cleaved in the intestinal mucosa to form two molecules of vitamin A (retinol), making it an important provitamin A compound. Vitamin A is essential for various bodily functions, including vision, immune system function, and skin health.
Antioxidant Properties Beta-carotene acts as an antioxidant, helping to neutralize activated oxygen molecules that can damage cells. Its antioxidant properties contribute to protecting cells from oxidative stress and reducing the risk of chronic diseases associated with oxidative damage.
Cancer Prevention Dietary intake of beta-carotene-containing foods has been associated with cancer prevention. Beta-carotene's antioxidant properties may help reduce the risk of certain types of cancer by neutralizing free radicals and protecting cells from damage.
Food Industry Applications Beta-carotene is used in the food industry as a natural pigment and nutrient additive. It provides color to various food products and serves as a source of provitamin A, enhancing the nutritional value of processed foods.
Nutritional Benefits Beta-carotene is an important nutrient for human health, contributing to overall well-being and functioning. Despite low absorption from natural sources, beta-carotene intake from foods is generally considered beneficial and safe.
Synthesis and Extraction Methods Beta-carotene can be obtained through various methods, including extraction from natural resources (plants or algae), chemical synthesis, biosynthesis, and genetic engineering. Extraction methods include organic solvent extraction, ultrasonic wave extraction, supercritical fluid extraction (SFE), enzymatic extraction, and innovative synthesis techniques.
Potential Role in Cognitive Health Recent research suggests a potential association between beta-carotene intake and the maintenance of cognitive function. Beta-carotene, either alone or in combination with other dietary compounds, may play a role in maintaining mental health and cognitive performance, possibly acting synergistically with other micronutrients.

Technology Process of beta-Carotene

There total 156 articles about beta-Carotene which guide to synthetic route it. The literature collected by LookChem mainly comes from the sharing of users and the free literature resources found by Internet computing technology. We keep the original model of the professional version of literature to make it easier and faster for users to retrieve and use. At the same time, we analyze and calculate the most feasible synthesis route with the highest yield for your reference as below:

synthetic route:

Reference yield: 98.5%

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β-carotene

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beta-carotene

Guidance literature:: With rhodium chloride solid catalyst; at 45 ℃; for 15h; Temperature;

Reference yield: 95.0%

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(2E,4E,6E)-2,7-dimethyl-2,4,6-octatrienedial

: 59057-30-6
(1E)-1-(2,6,6-trimethylcyclohex-1-enyl)-3-methyl-1,4-pentadien-3-ol

: 603-35-0
triphenylphosphine

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beta-carotene

Guidance literature:: (1E)-1-(2,6,6-trimethylcyclohex-1-enyl)-3-methyl-1,4-pentadien-3-ol; triphenylphosphine; With hydrogenchloride; In methanol; water; at 45 ℃; for 1h;

(2E,4E,6E)-2,7-dimethyl-2,4,6-octatrienedial; With 1,2-bis (3-methylimidazolium-1-yl) ethane dihydroxide; sodium carbonate; In methanol; water; at 20 ℃; for 3h; Reagent/catalyst; Temperature; Inert atmosphere;

Reference yield: 90.6%

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Retinol acetate

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beta-carotene

Guidance literature:: Retinol acetate; With sulfuric acid; triphenylphosphine; In methanol; at 0 - 5 ℃; for 10.5h;

With palladium diacetate; fipronilβ-cyclodextrin; In ethanol; dichloromethane; water; for 8h; under 16501.7 Torr; Reagent/catalyst; Solvent; Pressure; Temperature; Autoclave;