trans-beta-Apo-8-carotenal, approx.20% apocarotenal basis (UV-vis), suspension (oily)

Not available outside of the UK & Ireland.

Application

trans-β-Apo-8′-carotenal has been used as an internal standard during vitamin E analysis.

Biochem/physiol Actions

Natural carotenoid that is formed from β-carotene in vivo and is an inducer of cytochrome P450 1A (CYP1A) in rats and in Ah-receptor-responsive mice.

trans-β-Apo-8′-carotenal is commercially available as a food colorant.

Caution

solidifies on refrigeration

General description

trans-β-Apo-8′-carotenal is a linear aldehydic carotenoid. It is naturally found in oranges, spinach, grass, tangerines and marigolds and thus, it is directly absorbed from the diet.

Physical form

Suspension of micronized crystals of apocarotenal dispersed in vegetable oils