Specification
Description
Fucoxanthin is a naturally occurring compound found in brown seaweed, such as wakame, hijiki, and brown algae. It is a type of carotenoid and is known for its antioxidant properties. Fucoxanthin has been shown to have potential anti-inflammatory, anti-tumor, and anti-obesity effects.
Synonyms
(3S,3'S,5R,5'R,6S,6'R)-6',7'-Didehydro-5,6-epoxy-4',5',6,7-tetrahydro-3,3',5'-trihydroxy-,-caroten-8(5H)-one
IUPAC Name
[(1S,3R)-3-hydroxy-4-[(3E,5E,7E,9E,11E,13E,15E)-18-[(1R,3S,6S)-3-hydroxy-1,5,5-trimethyl-7-oxabicyclo[4.1.0]heptan-6-yl]-3,7,12,16-tetramethyl-17-oxooctadeca-1,3,5,7,9,11,13,15-octaenylidene]-3,5,5-trimethylcyclohexyl] acetate
Canonical SMILES
CC(=CC=CC=C(C)C=CC=C(C)C(=O)CC12C(CC(CC1(O2)C)O)(C)C)C=CC=C(C)C=C=C3C(CC(CC3(C)O)OC(=O)C)(C)C
InChI
InChI=1S/C42H58O6/c1-29(18-14-19-31(3)22-23-37-38(6,7)26-35(47-33(5)43)27-40(37,10)46)16-12-13-17-30(2)20-15-21-32(4)36(45)28-42-39(8,9)24-34(44)25-41(42,11)48-42/h12-22,34-35,44,46H,24-28H2,1-11H3/b13-12+,18-14+,20-15+,29-16+,30-17+,31-19+,32-21+/t23,34-,35-,40+,41+,42-/m0/s1
InChI Key
SJWWTRQNNRNTPU-ABBNZJFMSA-N
Solubility
Soluble in ethanol
Application
1. Fucoxanthin is a brown seaweed pigment that is used as a dietary supplement to promote weight loss.
2. It has anti-inflammatory properties and may help reduce the risk of chronic diseases such as cancer and heart disease.
3. Fucoxanthin may also have potential as a natural food preservative due to its antioxidant properties.
4. Studies have shown that fucoxanthin may improve insulin sensitivity and help regulate blood sugar levels.
5. It has been found to have antibacterial and antiviral properties and may be useful in the development of new treatments for infections.
Covalently-Bonded Unit Count
1
Defined Atom Stereocenter Count
5
Features And Benefits
1. Has antioxidant properties and protects the skin from UV damage.
2. Has anti-inflammatory properties and soothes the skin.
3. Improves skin elasticity and firmness.
4. Reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
5. Enhances skin hydration and moisture retention.
Isomeric SMILES
C/C(=C\C=C\C=C(/C)\C=C\C=C(/C)\C(=O)C[C@]12[C@](O1)(C[C@H](CC2(C)C)O)C)/C=C/C=C(\C)/C=C=C3[C@](C[C@H](CC3(C)C)OC(=O)C)(C)O
Monoisotopic Mass
658.42333957
Refractive Index
n20/D 1.360-1.362
Storage Conditions
Powder: -20°C for 3 years
In solvent: -80°C for 2 years
Supplemental Hazard Statements
H225-H319
Topological Polar Surface Area
96.4 Ų