CAS No.: | 472-61-7 |
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Formula: | C40h52o4 |
EINECS: | 207-451-4 |
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CAS 472-61-7 | Molecular weight 596.839 |
Molecular formula C40H52O4 | Fusing point 215-216ºC |
density 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 | Boiling point 774.0±60.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
Type: Nutrient enhancer, Food Additive, Food Colorant Grade: Pharmaceutical/food/Cosmetic grade Appearance: Dark purple powder, water soluble |
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Astaxanthin is used to treat Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, "brain attacks" (strokes), high cholesterol, and an eye disease called age-related macular degeneration (AMD). It is also used to prevent cancer. Astaxanthin is applied directly to the skin to prevent sunburn. 1. Used as an additive in food and health products. 2. It can also be used as an animal feed additive to give color, including farmed salmon and egg yolks. 3. Astaxanthin has the functions of preventing cancer, anticancer, antioxidant, etc., and is widely used in the field of medicine. 4. Used in cosmetics because of its antioxidant and UV protection properties. |