Product Description
What is Beta-Carotene and Total Carotene?
β-caroteen (beta-caroteen) is an organic, Strongly Colored Red-Orange Pigment Abundant in Fungi, [7] Plants, and Fruits. It is a member of the carotenes, which are Terpenoids (isoprenoids), synthesized biochemically from eight isoprene units and thus having 40 carbons. Among the Carotenes, β-caroteen is distinguished by Having Beta-Rings at Both Ends of the Molecule. [1] [2] β-caroteen is biosynthesized from geraylgerangel pyrophosphate. [8]
In sum Muchoralelan Fungi, β-caroteen is a precursor to the synthesis of trisporic acid. [7]
β-caroteen is the must common form of caroteen in plants. When used a food coloring, it has the e number e160a. [9]: 119 The Structure was deduced by Karrer et al. In 1930. [10] In Nature, β-caroteen is a precursor (inactive form) to vitamin a via the action of beta-caroten 15,15'-monooxygenase. [8]
Isolation of β-caroteen from fruits abundant in carotenoids is Commonly Done Using Column Chromatography. It can also be extracted from the beta-caroten rich algae, Dunaliella Salina. [11] The separation of β-caroten from the mixture of other carotenoids is based on the polarity of compound. β-caroteen is a non-polar compound, so it is separated with a non-polar solvent such as hexane. [12] Being Highly Conjugated, It Is Deeply Colored, and as a Hydrocarbon Lacking Functional Groups, It Is Vry Lipophilic.
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Product Name
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Beta-carotene 1%, 2%, 3%, 5%, 10% 20% CWS
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Appearance
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Red purple to dark red crystalline powder with a slight peculiar odor
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Molecular Formula
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C40H56
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Molecular Weight
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536.89
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Melting Point
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178-179 °C
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Boiling Point
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644.94°C (rough estimate)
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Water Solubility
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Soluble in hexane, dimethyl sulfoxide, benzene, chloroform, cyclohexane. Insoluble in water.
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Stability
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Stable, but sensitive to air, heat and light. Store at -20C under nitrogen. Pyrophoric - may ignite spontaneously in air at room
temperature.
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Application
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Edible orange pigment; Nutritional fortifier. It is mainly used for Margarine, noodles, cakes, drinks, health food, etc.
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| Specifications |
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Character of product |
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| 1%(Food Grade CWS) |
Yellow to orange powder |
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| 10%(Food Grade CWS) |
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| 10%(Food Grade DC) |
Orange to reddish brown particles |
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| 10%(Feed Grade) |
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| 20%(Feed Grade) |
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| 30%(Food Grade) |
brick red suspension |
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| 2%(Food Grade CWS) |
Maroon thickens liquid |
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| ≥96%(Single Product) |
Purple or red crystal powder |
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β-Carotene powder 1%, 2%, 3%, 5%
Beta-Carotene Powder 1% is a yellow to orange, free-flowing powder, manufactured with spray drying adopting the advanced microencapsulation technology. The individual particles containing beta-carotene are finely dispersed in Arabic gum and carbohydrates. Ascorbyl palmitate and dl-alpha-tocopherol are added as antioxidants.
Application: As a coloring agent for food such as fast food, baking food, jelly, confectionery and dairy products.
β-Carotene beadlets 10%
β-Carotene Beadlet 10% consists of red or reddish-brown beadlets, with few white spots of food starch. The microencapsulated beadlets are manufactured with advanced spray and starch-catching drying technology. The individual particles containing Beta-Carotene are finely dispersed in the matrix of modified food starch, coated with corn starch. dl-alpha-tocopherol are added as antioxidants.
Application: As a coloring agent and a source of vitamin A, for food such as fast food, baking food, drink, jelly, confectionery and dairy products. Also suitable for manufacturing tablets and hard-shell capsules, especially for effervescent tablets.
β-Carotene beadlets 20%
Beta-Carotene Beadlet 20% consists of red or reddish-brown beadlets, with white spots of food starch. The microencapsulated beadlets are manufactured with advanced spray and starch-catching drying technology. The individual particles containing Beta-Carotene are finely dispersed in the matrix of modified food starch , coated with corn starch. dl-alpha-tocopherol are added as antioxidants.
Product Application
1. Food Field
Beta-Carotene besides caducity resistance and immunity improvement,beta carotene is also an important pigment and confirmed as nutritious food additive. Beta Carotene can be used as intensifying agent for lipid foods such as margarine salad oil and benne oil to help beta carotene absorption by human body.
2. Medical Field
Beta-Carotene is recognized to have functions of anti-oxidation, anti-tumor, caducity resistance, etc., for instance, beta carotene can improve immunity of AIDS patients.
3. Cosmetic Field
Beta-Carotene extractives contain abundant amino acid, vitamin, natural wet factor, microelement and other bioactive substances, and cosmetics (lipstick, kermes, etc.) added with beta carotene present natural and full color and luster and protect skin.
4. Forage Additive
Beta-Carotene can improve growth rate and flesh quality of animals, reproductivity of cattle, horse and pig, color and luster of red fish and shrimp, and darken color of bird's egg.
Company information of Beta carotene
FAQ
Q1: Are you a factory or trading company?
A: We are a factory for Beta carotene , Welcome to visit and audit us.
Q2: How can I get some samples?
A: 10g Beta carotene sample is available.
Q3: What's your MOQ forBeta carotene ?
A: Our MOQ for Beta carotene is 1.0kg.
Q4: What's your package for Beta carotene ?
A: Usually, the goods is packed in 20kg/fiber drum, with 5kg plastic bag inside and aluminum foil bag outside.
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