lycopene, tomato extract 5%,10%,China Natural-field price supplier

CAS No.

502-65-8

EINECS

207-949-1

Molecular Formula

C40H56

Molecular Weight

536.8726

Appearance

Dark Red Powder

Specification Available

5%&10%

Structure

Applications/Function

Applications/Function: Lycopene is a bright red carotenoid pigment and phytochemical found in Tomatoes-p1.html" target='_blank'>Tomatoes and other red fruits.

In plants, algae, and other photosynthetic organisms, lycopene is an important intermediate in the biosynthesis of many carotenoids, including beta carotene, responsible for yellow, orange or red pigmentation, photosynthesis, and photo-protection. Structurally, it is a tetraterpene assembled from eight isoprene units, composed entirely of carbon and hydrogen, and is insoluble in water. Lycopene's eleven conjugated double bonds give it its deep red color and are responsible for its antioxidant activity. Due to its strong color and non-toxicity, lycopene is a useful food coloring.

Lycopene is commonly found in the diet, mainly from dishes prepared with tomato sauce. When absorbed from the stomach, lycopene is transported in the blood by various lipoproteins and accumulates in the liver, adrenal glands, and testes.

Because preliminary research has shown an inverse correlation between consumption of tomatoes and cancer risk, lycopene has been considered a potential agent for prevention of some types of cancers, particularly prostate cancer.