Active ingredient · Betacarotene family
Pharmaceutical analytical standardBetacarotene
Synonyms: beta-Carotene, Beta,beta-Carotene, Solatene, Carotaben, Provatene, All-trans-beta-Carotene, Serlabo, Food orange 5, BetaVit, KPMK, Provatenol, Lucaratin, Natural Yellow 26, Solatene (caps), Karotin, beta-Karotin, C.I. Food Orange 5, Zlut prirodni 26, Carotene,beta, Lucarotin 30sun, beta-Carotene, all-trans-, Ins no.160a(iii), Caroten base 35468, NSC 62794, ROVIMIX beta-CAROTENE, MaxCaro, Lumitene, Optimun, Gerard, Eldon, Golden rose, Nature's plus, Provitamin A, b,b-Carotene, Lurotin, beta-Carotin, b-Carotene, trans-beta-Carotene, Provitamin A1, Diet,beta-carotene supplementation, Carofertin, Lucarotin, Caroten bas, E-beta-carotene, All-E-b-Carotene, Rovimix b-carotene, I(2)-Carotene, Carotene Base 80S, All-trans-b-Carotene, All-E-beta-Carotene, All-epsilon-beta-Carotene, Beta,beta-Carotene, neo B, Pharmakon1600-01500143, NSC 755910
- Cat. No.
- P-B061-001
- CAS
- 7235-40-7
- Alternative CAS
- 116-32-5 (alternative CAS, same compound)
- Formula
- C40H56
- Molecular weight
- 536.89 g/mol
- Category
- Active ingredient (API)
The most common carotenoid in plants, an orange pigment made of 40 carbon atoms: the body converts it into vitamin A (retinol), and it is used as a food colouring (E160a) and as a supplement.
Did you know?It was isolated in 1831 from carrot juice by Heinrich Wackenroder, who was actually looking for a remedy against intestinal worms: the name comes from the Latin carota, carrot.
The two levels compared
| Level 1 Mass balance | Level 2 Mass balance + qNMR | |
|---|---|---|
| Identity (IR, MS, 1H and 13C-NMR; peptides: ESI-MS, MALDI-TOF and IR) | ✓ | ✓ |
| HPLC purity (min. 95%) | ✓ | ✓ |
| Content by mass balance (min. 90%; peptides: for information only)* | ✓ | ✓ |
| Content verified by qNMR (small molecules only) | · | ✓ |
| Suitable to qualify it as an in-house primary standard (ICH Q7) | · | ✓ |
* Mass balance is performed on every molecule. The only exceptions are cases where the chemistry of the molecule prevents it, for example oils and highly volatile substances, on which some of the required measurements cannot be made: in those cases the CoA states how the content was assigned.
What you receive
Shipped under controlled temperature when the molecule requires it.
For every lot: identity, purity and assay, with the supporting spectra and chromatograms.
Sent with every order.
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Pharmacopoeial standards available
The official European Pharmacopoeia standards for this molecule, supplied with EDQM documentation.
- Betacarotene CRSEP Y0002050
- Betacarotene for system suitability CRSEP Y0002073
Frequently asked questions
Is mass balance always performed?
Yes, on every molecule. The only exceptions are cases where the chemistry of the molecule prevents it: for example oils and highly volatile substances, on which some measurements (such as thermogravimetry) cannot be made. In those cases the CoA states which method was used to assign the content.
Can I ask for a different quantity?
Yes. The quantities are only suggestions: choose "Other" and enter the milligrams or grams you need.
Which level should I choose?
Level 1 is enough for most routine testing. Level 2 adds an independent qNMR content value and is meant for labs that need to qualify an in-house primary standard. For peptides and similar molecules, Level 2 is not available.
When will I get the quote?
Within 24 working hours, with price, availability and delivery time.
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