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Chemical Formula: C40H56O2
Formula Weight: 568.87
Chemical Family: Carotenoids
Grade: P
CAS: 127-40-2
Appearance: Red Powder
Melting Point: N/A
Long Term Storage: -80C
Purity: 91.3
Solubility: N/A
ASB-00012453-005
$179.00
Shipping Conditions: Cooler, Dry Ice
Tariff Code: Sch B# 3822.00.0002 (CN,CH,AU:HTS# 3822.00.60.00)
Botanical Name: N/A
Merck Index: 1,410,063
BRN: N/A
MCL: N/A
Used for: N/A
EINECS (EC#): 204-840-0
NSC: 59193
Beilstein: N/A
RTECS: FI0329900
Safety Phrase: N/A
TSCA: Y
GHSPictograms: N/A
Risk Phrase: N/A
Safety Notes: N/A
Hazard Statements: N/A
Signal Word: WARNING
Precautionary Statements: N/A
,Carotenoids Product List
Lutein is a strong antioxidant, and effective against macular degeneration.
Lutein is a part of the xanthophyll family of carotenoids found in many green vegetables such as spinach, kale, and lettuce1. High levels of lutein can also be found in the retina of the human eye2. Lutein is a fat-soluble antioxidant often studied for its anti-inflammatory properties and support for cardiovascular health3.
1. Perry A., Rasmussen H., Johnson E.J. Xanthophyll [lutein, zeaxanthin] content in fruits, vegetables and corn and egg products. J. Food Compos. Anal. 2009; 22:9–15. doi: 10.1016/j.jfca.2008.07.006.
2. Lima V.C., Rosen R.B., Farah M. Macular pigment in retinal health and disease. Int. J. Retina Vitreous. 2016; 2:19. doi: 10.1186/s40942-016-0044-9.
3. Ciccone, M.M., Cortese, F., Gesualdo, M., et al.Dietary intake of carotenoids and their antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects in cardiovascular care. Mediators of Inflammation 2013, 1-12 (2013).
