Description

IUPAC Name: (1R)-4-[(1E,3E,5E,7E,9E,11E,13E,15E,17E)-18-[(4R)-4-hydroxy-2,6,6-trimethylcyclohexen-1-yl]-3,7,12,16-tetramethyloctadeca-1,3,5,7,9,11,13,15,17-nonaenyl]-3,5,5-trimethylcyclohex-3-en-1-ol

InChI: InChI=1S/C40H56O2/c1-29(17-13-19-31(3)21-23-37-33(5)25-35(41)27-39(37,7)8)15-11-12-16-30(2)18-14-20-32(4)22-24-38-34(6)26-36(42)28-40(38,9)10/h11-24,35-36,41-42H,25-28H2,1-10H3/b12-11+,17-13+,18-14+,23-21+,24-22+,29-15+,30-16+,31-19+,32-20+/t35-,36-/m1/s1

InChIKey: JKQXZKUSFCKOGQ-QAYBQHTQSA-N

Canonical SMILES: CC1=C(C(CC(C1)O)(C)C)C=CC(=CC=CC(=CC=CC=C(C)C=CC=C(C)C=CC2=C(CC(CC2(C)C)O)C)C)C

Isomeric SMILES: CC1=C(C(C[C@@H](C1)O)(C)C)/C=C/C(=C/C=C/C(=C/C=C/C=C(/C=C/C=C(/C=C/C2=C(C[C@H](CC2(C)C)O)C)C)C)/C)/C

Synonyms: Zeaxanthin; 144-68-3; Anchovyxanthin; Zeaxanthol; all-trans-Zeaxanthin; Xanthophyll 3; Beta,beta-carotene-3,3′-diol; Luteinofta; …

Botanical Source: Tagetes erecta L

Product Overview

Zeaxanthin, a potent natural xanthophyll carotenoid found in many fruits and vegetables, is offered by BIORLAB at high purity (≥98%). This essential compound has gained significant research interest for its applications in eye health, neuroprotection, and antioxidant studies.

Technical Specifications

• Molecular Formula: C₄₀H₅₆O₂
• Molecular Weight: 568.9 g/mol
• Appearance: Orange-red crystalline powder
• Solubility: Soluble in chloroform, and hexane; insoluble in water
• Purity: ≥98% (HPLC)
• Storage Temperature: -20°C

Key Research Applications

• Ocular Research

  • Macular pigment studies
  • Blue light protection
  • Age-related eye disease research

• Antioxidant Studies

  • Free radical scavenging
  • Oxidative stress protection
  • Cellular defense mechanisms

• Neuroscience Research

  • Cognitive function studies
  • Brain health investigation
  • Neuroprotective mechanisms

Storage & Handling

• Store at -20°C under inert gas
• Protect from light and oxygen
• Available in 10mg, 50mg, and 100mg research quantities
• Handle under controlled conditions
• Stability: 24 months when properly stored

Quality Assurance

• Full spectroscopic data provided
• Comprehensive Certificate of Analysis
• Batch-specific chromatographic profile
• Research-grade documentation
• Validated analytical methods

Research Significance

1. Eye Health

   • Macular pigment density enhancement
   • Blue light filtering
   • Photoreceptor protection

2. Antioxidant Properties

   • Free radical neutralization
   • Glutathione recycling
   • Cell membrane protection

3. Brain Function

   • Cognitive performance enhancement
   • Alzheimer’s disease research
   • Neural protection studies

Why Choose BIORLAB’s Zeaxanthin

• Highest available purity
• Natural source derived
• Complete documentation package
• Technical research support
• Global shipping capability

Research Focus Areas

• Vision Science

  • AMD prevention studies
  • Cataract research
  • Retinal function

• Cellular Protection

  • Oxidative stress
  • DNA damage prevention
  • Membrane integrity

Application Areas

1. Pharmaceutical Research

   • Eye health formulations
   • Neuroprotective applications
   • Antioxidant studies

2. Nutraceutical Development

   • Supplement formulation
   • Bioavailability research
   • Stability studies

Safety & Regulatory Information

• Research use only
• Natural compound status
• Complete safety documentation
• Handling guidelines provided
• Environmental information available

Additional Features

• Batch-to-batch consistency
• Method validation support
• Custom packaging options
• Technical consultation
• Research collaboration potential

For detailed technical information, bulk quantities, or custom requirements, contact BIORLAB’s scientific team.

Note: This product is intended for laboratory research purposes only. Not for human consumption or therapeutic use without proper approval.