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7,8-Didehydroastaxanthin

CAT: 0931-TN11357-01Size: 10 mgDry Ice: NoHazardous: No
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CAT#:0931-TN11357-01Size:10 mg
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CAS Number
19866-02-5
Target
Endogenous Metabolite
Related Pathways
Metabolism
Bioactivity
7,8-Didehydroastaxanthin is the primary carotenoid found in the crown-of-thorns starfish. It is an oxidized metabolite of diatoxanthin. Carotenoids are crucial for biological activity and may play roles in regulating cell differentiation, growth control, photooxidative protection, membrane stability, photosynthesis, visual processes, and nutrition.
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C(=C/C(=C/C=C/C(=C/C=C/C=C(/C=C/C=C(/C#CC=1C(C)(C)C[C@H](O)C(=O)C1C)\C)\C)/C)/C)\C=2C(C)(C)C[C@H](O)C(=O)C2C
Molecular Formula
C40H50O4
Molecular Weight
594.82
Shipping Conditions
Ice Packs
Storage Temperature
-20°C