Lutein (Xanthophyll)

Carotenoid derivative extracted from marigold, used as an antioxidant, and can prevent many diseases, including cancer. It can also used as coloring agent in many kinds of foods, cosmetics, tobacco and medicine. Synonyms: (3R,3'R,6'R)-beta,epsilon-Carotene-3,3'-diol, (3R,3'R,6'R)-Lutein, (all-E)-Lutein, 6'-Hydro-4',5'-dehydro-beta-carotene-3,3'-diol, Bo-Xan, E 161, E 161b, FloraGLO, FloraGLO Lutein, Lutein, Lutein A, Luteine, OS 24, Oro Glo 7, Vegetable Lutein, all-trans-(+)-Xanthophyll, CAS No: 127-40-2, Molecular Formula: C??H??O?, Molecular Weight: 568.85, Appearance: Dark brown to orange powder, Purity: ~90%, Heavy Metals (Pb): <0.001%, Loss on Drying: <5%, Solubility: Readily soluble in ethanol, acetone, insoluble in water. Arsenic: <0.0002%, Lead: <0.0002%, Microbial Plate Count: <1000cfu/g, Yeast and Mold: <100cfu/g, Salmonella and E. coli: <100cfu/g, Storage: -20°C