Certificate of Analysis

 

Product Name: Astaxanthin
Catalog Number: M4147
CAS Number: 472-61-7

Physical and Chemical Properties
Formula: C40H52O4
Molecular Weight: 596.84
Solubility: DMF 1 mg/mL
Storage: -20°C, protect from light, dry, sealed
Chemical Structure: Astaxanthin Structure
Analytical Data
QC Standard: 98.84%
H-NMR: Consistent with structure
Product Information
Description: Astaxanthin is a modulator of PPARγ and a potent antioxidant with antiproliferative, neuroprotective and anti-inflammatory activity. *This compound is unstable in solutions, freshly prepared is recommended.
   
Stability and Solubility Advice: Information concerning product stability, particularly in solution, has rarely been reported and in most cases we can only offer a general guide.
We recommend that stock solutions, once prepared, are stored aliquoted in tightly sealed vials and used within 1 month. Avoid repeated freeze and thaw cycles. Storage conditions for some special products should refer to their storage details.