Beta carotene
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Beta Carotene is also known as a provitamin because it can be converted in our body into vitamin after oxidative cleavage by beta carotene 15, 150-dioxygenase. In plants, beta carotene, acts as an anti-oxidant and neutralizes singlet oxygen radicals formed during photosynthesis.Beta Carotene is insoluble in water, slightly soluble in ethanol and ether, soluble in chloroform, benzene and oil. Beta Carotene Powder melting point is 176 ~ 180 °C. Natural Beta Carotene can be transformed into vitamin A in animals known as pro-vitamin A .
Product Name: Beta Carotene / Carotene Powder
Appearance: Dark red powder or Oil
CAS: 7235-40-7/116-32-5
Molecular formula:C40H56
Molecular weight :536.8726
Specification: Beta Carotene 10%, 20% powder; 30% oilTesting Method: HPLC.
Function:
1.Carrot extract beta carotene powder can be used to enhance human immunity;
2.Carrot extract beta carotene powder can be used to maintain the integrity of the skin mucous membrane layer, prevent skin dry and coarse;3.Carrot extract beta carotene powder can promote growth;
4.Carrot extract beta carotene powder can be used as an antioxidant, may offer some protection against certain cancers and other diseases.