Compound Q&A
What industries use (9cis)-beta,beta-Carotene (CAS: 13312-52-2)?
Answer
(9cis)-beta,beta-Carotene is widely used in the pharmaceutical, food, cosmetic, and feed industries. In pharmaceuticals, it serves as a source of vitamin A. In food and cosmetics, it is used as a coloring agent and antioxidant. In the feed industry, it enhances the nutritional value of animal feed, particularly for poultry and livestock. Its use in sensors and semiconductors is less common but explored in research settings.
About
CAS No
13312-52-2
English Name
(9cis)-beta,beta-Carotene
Molecular Formula
C40H56
Molecular Weight
536.89 g/mol
SMILES
CC1=C(C(CCC1)(C)C)/C=C/C(=C/C=C/C(=C/C=C/C=C(\C)/C=C/C=C(/C)\C=C\C2=C(CCCC2(C)C)C)/C)/C
InChIKey
OENHQHLEOONYIE-BVZAMQQESA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-19 20:30
