Zeaxanthin
Usage: Zeaxanthin is one of the two carotenoids contained within the retina of the eye. supplemental lutein and/or zeaxanthin help protect against AMD (age-related macular degeneration).increasing lutein and zeaxanthin intake lowers the risk of cataract development. Also could act as a food additive. Mol. Formula: C40H56O2
Mol. Weight: 568.88 g/mol
CAS number: 144-68-3
EINECS: 205-636-4
Appearance: orange-red rhombic sheet crystal. Solubility in water: insol. Package: 5kg/bag with aluminum inner, or as required. Storage: keep in low temperature and seal preserve. Contents supply: powder:5%, 10%, 40%, 50% and above. Pasty:120-160. Liquid:5-15%
Extract from: petals of Marigold(also named Tagetes erecta) Posted from China - Shanghai on 26 May, 2008