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Pharm-Rx Lutein Oil

Ingredient Name: Lutein Oil

Enhanced TDS

Enhanced TDS

Knowde-enriched technical product data sheet

Identification & Functionality

Ingredient Name
Molecular formula
C₄₀H₅₆O₂
Definition

Lutein is the purified fraction obtained from saponification of the oleoresin of Tagetes erecta L. It contains NLT 80.0% of total carotenoids calculated as lutein (C40H56O2). It contains NLT 74.0% of lutein and NMT 8.5% of zeaxanthin, both calculated as lutein (C40H56O2) on the anhydrous basis.

Chemical Structure

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Applications & Uses

Properties

Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Molecular Weight568.87--

Regulatory & Compliance

USP Reference Standards

USP Lutein RS

Storage & Handling

Storage Information

Preserve in hermetically sealed, light- and oxygen-resistant containers. Store in a cool place.