α-Carotene

• Target:

  Antioxidant

• Related Pathways:

  Oxidation-Reduction

• Bioactivity:

  ?-Carotene is a natural carotenoid and precursor to vitamin A, exhibiting antioxidant and potential anti-cancer properties; high dietary intake of ?-carotene may reduce prostate cancer risk.

• Smiles:

  C(=C/C(=C/C=C/C(=C/C=C/C=C(/C=C/C=C(/C=C/C=1C(C)(C)CCCC1C)\C)\C)/C)/C)\[C@@H]2C(C)(C)CCC=C2C

• Molecular Formula:

  C40H56

• Molecular Weight:

  536.87

• Shipping Conditions:

  Cool pack

• Storage Temperature:

  -20°C

• CAS Number:

  7488-99-5