Description

Alloxanthin is a naturally occurring xanthophyll carotenoid, a potent antioxidant valued for its unique chemical structure and biological activity. This compound is crucial for applications requiring high-purity, stable pigment sources with significant free radical scavenging properties. It is primarily sought by manufacturers in the nutraceutical, cosmetic, and food & beverage industries for formulating advanced dietary supplements, skin care products, and natural colorants.

Application

• Nutraceutical & Dietary Supplements: Used as a key active ingredient in antioxidant formulations and vision health supplements due to its role in the carotenoid family.
• Cosmetics & Personal Care: Incorporated into anti-aging serums, creams, and lotions for its potential skin-protective and antioxidant benefits.
• Food & Beverage Industry: Serves as a natural colorant and functional food additive to enhance the nutritional profile of products.
• Aquaculture & Animal Feed: Utilized in feed formulations for poultry and fish to improve flesh pigmentation and overall animal health.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Employed as a reference standard or intermediate in biochemical research and drug discovery studies.
• Industrial Biotechnology: Used in research focused on carotenoid biosynthesis and metabolic engineering.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Alloxanthin
CAS No.	28380-31-6
Molecular Formula	C40H52O2
Molecular Weight	564.84 g/mol
Synonyms	Alloxanthin; Diatoxanthin; (3R,3'R)-Diatoxanthin; 4,5'-Didehydro-4,5'-retro-β,β-carotene-3,3'-diol; 7',8'-Didehydro-β,ε-carotene-3,3'-diol; Alloxanthin (Carotenoid); ε,ε-Carotene-3,3'-diol, 7',8'-didehydro-
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Quality Control

Our Alloxanthin is produced and tested under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP guidelines where applicable, supporting its use in regulated industries.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at controlled room temperature (15-25°C) to minimize oxidation. Keep the container in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Orange to red crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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