Description
Molecular Formula | C40H56 |
Appearance | Red to Very Dark Red Solid |
Molecular Weight | 536.89 |
Storage | -86°C, Inert atmosphere, Light sensitive |
Solubility | Chloroform (Slightly), DMSO (Slightly, Heated), Methanol (Slightly, Heated) |
Stability | Light Sensitive, Temperature Sensitive |
Category | Building Blocks; Miscellaneous; |
Applications | Lycopene is a carotenoid antioxidant occurring in ripe fruit, especially in tomatoes. |