Description

β-Carotene is a naturally occurring, fat-soluble provitamin A carotenoid and a potent antioxidant. It is a critical ingredient for providing vibrant yellow to orange coloration and essential nutritional fortification across multiple industries. This high-purity compound is indispensable for manufacturers in the food, dietary supplement, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic sectors seeking reliable, compliant, and effective raw materials.

Application

• Food & Beverage Coloring: Used as a natural colorant (E160a) in products like juices, dairy, confectionery, baked goods, and sauces to provide stable yellow and orange hues.
• Dietary Supplements & Nutraceuticals: Formulated into softgels, tablets, and multivitamin blends as a source of Vitamin A, supporting vision, immune function, and skin health.
• Pharmaceuticals: Employed in medicinal preparations for its provitamin A activity and as a coloring agent in tablets and capsules.
• Cosmetics & Personal Care: Incorporated into skincare products, sunscreens, and color cosmetics for its antioxidant properties and natural coloring benefits.
• Animal Feed & Aquaculture: Added to poultry feed to enhance egg yolk color and to fish feed (e.g., salmon) to improve flesh pigmentation.
• Fortified Foods: A key ingredient for the nutritional fortification of staple foods like margarine, cooking oils, and cereals to combat Vitamin A deficiency.

Basic Information

Product Name	β-Carotene
CAS No.	116-32-5
Molecular Formula	C40H56
Molecular Weight	536.87 g/mol
Synonyms	Provitamin A; β-Carotene; Food Orange 5; CI 75130; E160a; trans-β-Carotene; 1,1'-(3,7,12,16-Tetramethyl-1,3,5,7,9,11,13,15,17-octadecanonaene-1,18-diyl)bis[2,6,6-trimethylcyclohexene]; Solatene (trade name)
EINECS	204-140-1

Quality Control

Our β-Carotene is produced and tested under strict quality management systems. We offer grades compliant with major international standards including FCC (Food Chemicals Codex) and USP (United States Pharmacopeia), ensuring suitability for food, supplement, and pharmaceutical applications. Each batch is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and safety parameters, available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at temperatures between 2°C and 8°C (refrigerated) or as specified for the specific grade. This product is easily oxidized and should be stored under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) for long-term stability. Keep away from heat and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Reddish-brown to violet crystals or crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 96.0% (all-trans-β-Carotene)
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Arsenic (As)	≤ 3 ppm
Solvent Residues	Complies with ICH guidelines

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.