Description

Crocetin is a natural apocarotenoid dicarboxylic acid prized for its potent bioactive properties. This compound is a key active ingredient and colorant derived from saffron (Crocus sativus L.) and gardenia fruits. It serves as a critical raw material for manufacturers in the nutraceutical, pharmaceutical, and food industries seeking natural, high-purity ingredients for health and wellness applications.

Application

• Nutraceutical & Dietary Supplements: Utilized as a core ingredient in formulations targeting cognitive health, mood support, and antioxidant protection.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a starting material or active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) in the research and development of therapeutic agents.
• Natural Food & Beverage Colorant: Provides a stable, natural yellow to orange-red hue in functional foods, beverages, and confectionery.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care: Incorporated into skincare products for its antioxidant properties and potential skin-brightening effects.
• Animal Nutrition: Used in feed additives for poultry and aquaculture to enhance the coloration of egg yolks, skin, and flesh.
• Research & Development: Employed in biochemical and pharmacological studies investigating its mechanisms of action and potential health benefits.

Basic Information

Product Name	Crocetin
CAS No.	27876-94-4
Molecular Formula	C20H24O4
Molecular Weight	328.40 g/mol
Synonyms	8,8'-Diapocarotene-8,8'-dioic acid; α-Crocetin; trans-Crocetin; Crocetic acid; Natural Orange 6; Gardenia Yellow; Saffron extract; CI 75100
EINECS	248-708-8

Quality Control

Our Crocetin is produced and tested under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and purity. We offer grades suitable for various applications, with specifications aligned to industry requirements. Comprehensive testing includes identity, purity, and impurity profiling. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all test results are provided with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its light-sensitive and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to store the product under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term stability, especially after opening the original packaging. Keep away from heat and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Red to orange-red crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥95.0% (Total Crocetin)
Loss on Drying	≤2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.5%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤10 ppm
Arsenic (As)	≤3 ppm
Total Plate Count	≤1000 CFU/g
Yeast & Mold	≤100 CFU/g

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