3,3'-Dihydroxy-b,b-carotene-4,4'-dione
472-61-7
596.84
C40H52O4
-20°C
Astaxanthin is a reddish pigment that belongs to a group of carotenoids. It is available from both natural and synthetic source. It is found naturally in red colored aquatic animals. Astaxanthin is a widely used dietary supplement; research has suggested that due to Astaxanthin's potent antioxidant activity it can be used to treat Alzheimer's,Parkinson's disease, stroke, cardiovascular as well as inflammatory diseases.
0.1 lbs
Research or further manufacturing use only, not for food or drug use.