Short Description:
CAS number: 502-65-8
Molecular formula: C40H56
Molecular weight: 536.87
Chemical structure:
| Basic Information | |
| Product name | Lycopene |
| CAS No. | 502-65-8 |
| Appearance | Red to Very Dark Red powder |
| Grade | Food Grade |
| Specification | 1%-20% Lycopene |
| Storage | Store in a well-closed container away from moisture and direct sunlight |
| Shelf life | 2 years |
| Sterilization Method | High-temperature, non-irradiated. |
| Package | 25kg/drum |
Description
Lycopene is a red-colored carotenoid found in tomatoes and other red fruits and vegetables. Carotenoids, including lycopene, are powerful antioxidants that efficiently quench singlet oxygen. Presumably through this action, carotenoids may protect against cancers, cardiovascular stress, and other diseases.
Lycopene is a natural pigment contained in plants. Mainly found in the ripe fruit of the nightshade tomato. It is currently one of the strongest antioxidants found in plants in nature.Lycopene is far more effective in scavenging free radicals than other carotenoids and vitamin E, and its rate constant for quenching singlet oxygen is 100 times that of vitamin E.
Application
Lycopene extract from tomato is intended for use as a food colour. It provides the similar colour shades, ranging from yellow to red, as do the natural and synthetic lycopenes. Lycopene extract from tomato is also used as a food/dietary supplement in products where the presence of lycopene provides a specific value (e.g., antioxidant or other claimed health benefits). The product may also be used as an antioxidant in food supplements.
Lycopene extract from tomato is intended for use in the following food categories: baked goods, breakfast cereals, dairy products including frozen dairy desserts, dairy product analogues, spreads, bottled water, carbonated beverages, fruit and vegetable juices, soybean beverages, candy, soups, salad dressings, and other foods and beverages.
Lycopene used
1.Food field, lycopene is mainly used as food additives for colorant and health care;
2.Cosmetic field, lycopene is mainly used to whitening, anti-wrinkle and UV protection;
3.Health care field
