Astaxanthin

Name: Astaxanthin
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-004226

About Astaxanthin

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Astaxanthin in IP/BP/USP grade, an active pharmaceutical ingredient registered under CAS number 472-61-7. The compound has the formula C40H52O4, corresponding to a molecular weight of 596.8 g/mol. It is also known as all-trans-Astaxanthin or BioAstin.

The material typically appears as a dark red powder. Store sealed in a dry, well-ventilated location away from incompatible materials. Handle it with standard laboratory precautions and appropriate personal protective equipment.

This API belongs to our vitamins, excipients and other APIs portfolio and is supplied to IP/BP/USP specifications for formulators, contract manufacturers and generic drug developers. Our customers for this product work in pharmaceutical manufacturing.

Available in 1 kg, 5 kg and 25 kg packs, Astaxanthin is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

Pharmaceutical formulation
Generic drug development
Nutraceutical & excipient use
Antioxidant additive

Industries

Grade guides

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Astaxanthin
Catalogue No.	VQ-004226
CAS Number	472-61-7
IUPAC name	(6S)-6-hydroxy-3-[(1E,3E,5E,7E,9E,11E,13E,15E,17E)-18-[(4S)-4-hydroxy-2,6,6-trimethyl-3-oxocyclohexen-1-yl]-3,7,12,16-tetramethyloctadeca-1,3,5,7,9,11,13,15,17-nonaenyl]-2,4,4-trimethylcyclohex-2-en-1-one
Molecular formula	C₄₀H₅₂O₄
Molecular weight	596.8 g/mol
Exact mass	596.3866
Grade	IP/BP/USP
InChIKey	MQZIGYBFDRPAKN-UWFIBFSHSA-N
SMILES	CC1=C(C(C[C@@H](C1=O)O)(C)C)/C=C/C(=C/C=C/C(=C/C=C/C=C(/C=C/C=C(/C=C/C2=C(C(=O)[C@H](CC2(C)C)O)C)\C)\C)/C)/C
PubChem CID	5281224

Physical properties
Physical form	Powder
Appearance	Dark red powder
LogP (XLogP3)	10.3
H-bond donors / acceptors	2 / 4
TPSA	74.6 Å²
Synonyms	all-trans-Astaxanthin, BioAstin, AstaREAL, Astaxanthine, (3S,3'S)-Astaxanthin, Carophyll Pink, (3S,3'S)-3,3'-Dihydroxy-beta,beta-carotene-4,4'-dione, 3,3'-Dihydroxy-beta-carotene-4,4'-dione, beta,beta-Carotene-4,4'-dione, 3,3'-dihydroxy-, (3S,3'S)-, Astaxanthin, (3S,3'S)-, 3S,3'S-Astaxanthin, Astaxanthin (Standard)

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Hazard statements

H413May cause long lasting harmful effects to aquatic life

Precautionary statements: P273, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Astaxanthin?

The CAS Registry Number of Astaxanthin is 472-61-7. It is also known as all-trans-Astaxanthin, BioAstin, AstaREAL.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Astaxanthin?

Astaxanthin has the molecular formula C40H52O4 and a molecular weight of 596.8 g/mol.

Which grade and pack sizes of Astaxanthin can I order?

We supply Astaxanthin in IP/BP/USP grade, in 1 kg, 5 kg, 25 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Astaxanthin?

Yes. Every lot of Astaxanthin is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Astaxanthin be shipped internationally?

Yes. We export Astaxanthin worldwide by air and sea freight or express courier, on EXW, FOB, CIF, CFR or DAP Incoterms, with full export documentation.