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An open chain unsaturated carotenoid that imparts red colour to tomatoes, guava, rose hip, watermelon and pink grapefruit. Studies show that lycopene intake is significantly associated with lower risk of lung, colon and stomach carcinogenesis.

Specifications







Cas No.
502-65-8



Product ID
L9609



Product Name
Lycopene




Chemical Name
?,?-Carotene



Synonym
all-trans-Lycopene; Lycopene 7



Formula Wt.
536.88



Melting Point
172^oC-173^oC



Purity
≥90%




Solubility
Insoluble in water. Sparingly soluble in ethanol. Soluble in carbon disulfide, chloroform and benzene.



Stability
Heat sensitive. Protect from light.



Store Temp
-80^oC



Ship Temp
Dry Ice



References
Michaud DS, Feskanich D, Rimm EB, Colditz GA, Speizer FE, Willett WC, Giovannucci E.
Am. J. Clin. Nutr. 72:990-7 (2000).
Narisawa T, Fukaura Y, Hasebe M, Nomura S, Oshima S, Sakamoto H. Jpn. J. Cancer Res. 89:1003-1008 (1998).
De Stefani E, Boffetta P, Br