Name | Bixin |
Synonyms | BIXIN Bixin BIXINE CIS-BIXIN cis-Norbixin methyl ester methyl (9-cis)-hydrogen-6,6'-diapo-psi,psi-carotenedioate (9Z)-6,6'-Diapo-ψ,ψ-carotene-6,6'-dioic acid 6-methyl ester 2,4,6,8,10,12,14,16,18-Eicosanonaenedioic acid, 4,8,13,17-tetramethyl-, monomethyl ester, (2E,4Z,6E,8E,10E,12E,14E,16E,18E)- |
CAS | 6983-79-5 |
EINECS | 230-248-7 |
Molecular Formula | C25H30O4 |
Molar Mass | 394.5 |
Density | 1.0659 (rough estimate) |
Melting Point | 217°C (dec.) |
Boling Point | 438.7°C (rough estimate) |
Solubility | Chloroform (Slightly), DMSO (Slightly), Methanol (Slightly) |
Appearance | Solid |
Color | Dark Red to Very Dark Red |
Maximum wavelength(λmax) | ['λ: 465-475 nm Amax'] |
pKa | 4.69±0.10(Predicted) |
Storage Condition | -20°C |
Stability | Air Sensitive, Light Sensitive, Temperature Sensitive |
Refractive Index | 1.4460 (estimate) |
Hazard Symbols | Xn - Harmful |
Risk Codes | R20/21/22 - Harmful by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed. R36/37/38 - Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin. |
Safety Description | S26 - In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. S36 - Wear suitable protective clothing. |
WGK Germany | 3 |
HS Code | 38200000 |
color index | 75120 |
biological activity | Bixin (BX) red wood is isolated from Bixa orellana seeds, a carotenoid that has anti-inflammatory, anti-tumor and antioxidant activities. Bixin (BX) red wood improves cardiac dysfunction by inhibiting fibrosis, inflammation, and reactive oxygen species (ROS) production. |
target | ROS generation |