B-CAROTENE
BETA-CAROTENE
CAS: 17161-33-0
Molecular Formula: C40H78
B-CAROTENE - Names and Identifiers
| Name | BETA-CAROTENE |
| Synonyms | -Carotane -CAROTANE B-CAROTENE PROVITAMIN A CAROTENE, B- PROVITAMIN A1 BETA-CAROTENE CAROTENE TYPE I CAROTENE TYPE II TRANS-B-CAROTENE |
| CAS | 17161-33-0 |
| EINECS | 230-636-6 |
B-CAROTENE - Physico-chemical Properties
| Molecular Formula | C40H78 |
| Molar Mass | 559.05 |
| Melting Point | 176-184°C (dec.) |
| Solubility | hexane: 100μg/mL, soluble |
| Appearance | powder |
| Color | red to purple |
| Storage Condition | −20°C |
B-CAROTENE - Risk and Safety
| Risk Codes | 44 - Risk of explosion if heated under confinement |
| Safety Description | S7 - Keep container tightly closed. S15 - Keep away from heat. S18 - Handle and open container with care. |
| WGK Germany | 1 |
| RTECS | FI0329500 |
| FLUKA BRAND F CODES | 1-8-10-16 |
