Astaxanthin

Overview

Astaxanthin, the red dietary carotenoid, is an orally effective and potent antioxidant. Astaxanthin inhibits NF-κB and down-regulates VEGF in blood glucose. Astaxanthin exerts anti-cancer cell proliferation, increases apoptosis , impairs migration and invasion by activating PPARγ and reducing the expression of STAT3 . Astaxanthin also has neuroprotective and anti-inflammatory activity and can be used in studies of cancer , diabetic retinopathy, cardiovascular disease , and in the coloring of animal feed.

Application

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Product Information

• Catalog No.: HY-B2163
• CAS No.: 472-61-7
• Molecular Formula: C40H52O4
• Molecular Weight: 596.84
• Purity: 98.0%
• Storage: -20°C, protect from light, stored under nitrogen * The compound is unstable in solutions, freshly prepared is recommended.
• Solubility: 3.33 mg/mL (5.58 mM); Suspended solution; Need ultrasonic and warming
• Availability: In-stock

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