English Name: Lutein
CAS No.: 127-40-2
Molecular formula: C40H56O2
Molecular weight: 568.87
EINECS No.: 204-840-0
Melting point: 195 ° C ratio
Optical rotation: 18cd + 165 ° (C = 0.7inbenzene)
Boiling point: 572.66 ° C (rough estimate)
Density: 0.9944 (rough estimate)
Refractive index: N20 / D1 361-1.363
Flash point: 269.1 ± 27.5 ° C
Introduction: lutein, a star of hope in the field of botanical substances, is now favored by people. Lutein is not only an antioxidant that inhibits the risk of cancer and heart disease, but also plays a very important role in protecting eyes. Lutein is an important carotenoid in the eye. According to a recent report in Ophthalmology, lutein containing foods can prevent cataracts and protect eyes from age-related macular degeneration.
Uses: Lutein is widely used in food and cosmetics, and Lutein has the characteristics of "nutrition and health care", "it can be widely used in food and cosmetics".