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beta-Carotene, 99%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Description
The most important of the provitamins A, β-carotene can be classified as an antioxidant due to its inhibition of radical initiated peroxidation in vitro.
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The most important of the provitamins A, β-carotene can be classified as an antioxidant due to its inhibition of radical initiated peroxidation in vitro.
Solubility
Soluble in hexane, dimethyl sulfoxide, benzene, chloroform, cyclohexane. Insoluble in water.
Notes
Air & Light Sensitive. Store in a cool place.

Specifications
Specifications
Melting Point | 178°C to 179°C |
Density | 1.000 g/mL |
Flash Point | 103°C (217°F) |
Quantity | 1 g |
Beilstein | 1917416 |
Sensitivity | Air and light sensitive |
Solubility Information | Soluble in hexane,dimethyl sulfoxide,benzene,chloroform,cyclohexane. Insoluble in water. |
Formula Weight | 536.87 |
Percent Purity | 99% |
Physical Form | Solid |
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Certificates
Certificates
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Lot Number | Certificate Type | Date | Catalog Number |
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T30K026 | Certificate of Analysis | 13/08/2024 | H60106.03,H60106.06 |
R25E052 | Certificate of Analysis | 23/11/2021 | H60106.03,H60106.06 |
81202179 | Certificate of Analysis | 23/11/2021 | H60106.03,H60106.06 |
P04F033 | Certificate of Analysis | 23/11/2021 | H60106.03,H60106.06 |
N28G016 | Certificate of Analysis | 23/11/2021 | H60106.03,H60106.06 |
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