β-Carotene, 98%+

Name: β-Carotene, 98%+
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-002990

About β-Carotene, 98%+

Listed under CAS 7235-40-7, β-Carotene is a bioactive small molecule available from Vaqora Chemicals in Puriss grade with a typical assay of ≥98%. The compound has the formula C40H56, corresponding to a molecular weight of 536.9 g/mol. Alternative names: ß,ß-Carotene and Provitamin A.

In its supplied form it is a red to orange to brown powder. Recommended storage is at 2–8 °C, with the container kept tightly sealed. Good laboratory practice and suitable PPE are recommended during handling.

Key uses span cell signalling research, pharmacological screening and target validation. It is used across academic and industrial research and diagnostics and biotechnology.

Available in 1 g, 5 g, 10 g and 25 g packs, β-Carotene is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

Cell signalling research
Pharmacological screening
Target validation

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	β-Carotene, 98%+
Catalogue No.	VQ-002990
CAS Number	7235-40-7
IUPAC name	1,3,3-trimethyl-2-[(1E,3E,5E,7E,9E,11E,13E,15E,17E)-3,7,12,16-tetramethyl-18-(2,6,6-trimethylcyclohexen-1-yl)octadeca-1,3,5,7,9,11,13,15,17-nonaenyl]cyclohexene
Molecular formula	C₄₀H₅₆
Molecular weight	536.9 g/mol
Exact mass	536.4382
Grade	Puriss
Purity / assay	≥98%
HSN code	29362100
InChIKey	OENHQHLEOONYIE-JLTXGRSLSA-N
SMILES	CC1=C(C(CCC1)(C)C)/C=C/C(=C/C=C/C(=C/C=C/C=C(/C=C/C=C(/C=C/C2=C(CCCC2(C)C)C)\C)\C)/C)/C
PubChem CID	5280489

Physical properties
Physical form	Powder
Appearance	Red to orange to brown powder
LogP (XLogP3)	13.5
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 0
TPSA	0 Å²
Storage	2–8 °C
Synonyms	ß,ß-Carotene, Provitamin A, beta-carotene, beta Carotene, Betacarotene, beta,beta-Carotene, Solatene, Provatene, all-trans-beta-Carotene, Food orange 5, Provatenol, Lucaratin

Documents

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

Other grades of CAS 7235-40-7

IP/BP/USP

Beta-Carotene

CAS: 7235-40-7
Formula: C₄₀H₅₆
MW: 536.9 g/mol

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AR

β-Carotene

CAS: 7235-40-7
Formula: C₄₀H₅₆
MW: 536.9 g/mol

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Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of β-Carotene, 98%+?

The CAS Registry Number of β-Carotene, 98%+ is 7235-40-7. It is also known as ß,ß-Carotene, Provitamin A, beta-carotene.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of β-Carotene, 98%+?

β-Carotene, 98%+ has the molecular formula C40H56 and a molecular weight of 536.9 g/mol.

Which grade and pack sizes of β-Carotene, 98%+ can I order?

We supply β-Carotene, 98%+ in Puriss (≥98%) grade, in 1 g, 5 g, 10 g, 25 g, 1 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with β-Carotene, 98%+?

Yes. Every lot of β-Carotene, 98%+ 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 β-Carotene, 98%+ be shipped internationally?

Yes. We export β-Carotene, 98%+ worldwide by air and sea freight or express courier, on EXW, FOB, CIF, CFR or DAP Incoterms, with full export documentation.

How should β-Carotene, 98%+ be stored?

2–8 °C. Keep the container tightly closed and refer to the SDS for full handling guidance.