Description

Carotene CAS NO 7488-99-5 is a naturally occurring, fat-soluble pigment belonging to the carotenoid family, primarily known as β-carotene. This compound serves as a vital precursor to vitamin A (provitamin A) and is a powerful antioxidant, making it a critical ingredient for health and coloration. It is essential for manufacturers in the nutraceutical, food and beverage, cosmetic, and animal feed industries seeking a high-quality, functional ingredient. Our supply ensures consistent purity and performance for your formulation needs.

Application

• Nutraceutical & Dietary Supplements: Used as a source of provitamin A and an antioxidant in capsules, tablets, and softgels.
• Food & Beverage Coloring: Provides a stable, natural yellow to orange color in products like juices, dairy, confectionery, and baked goods.
• Cosmetics & Personal Care: Incorporated into skincare formulations for its antioxidant properties and to impart color.
• Animal Feed & Aquaculture: Added to feed to enhance the coloration of poultry skin, egg yolks, and fish flesh, and to support animal health.
• Pharmaceuticals: Utilized in certain medicinal preparations for its nutritional and therapeutic value.

Basic Information

Product Name	Carotene
CAS No.	7488-99-5
Molecular Formula	C40H56
Molecular Weight	536.87 g/mol
Synonyms	β-Carotene; β-Carotene; Provitamin A; Food Orange 5; CI 75130; 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]
EINECS	231-314-8

Quality Control

Our Carotene is produced and tested under strict quality management systems to ensure it meets the high standards required for sensitive applications. We offer grades compliant with relevant industry specifications, including Food Grade (FCC) and high-purity standards for nutraceuticals. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each batch to guarantee traceability and consistency.

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 nature of being easily oxidized, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere such as 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% (as β-Carotene)
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 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.