Flavoxanthin
Flavoxanthin[1] | ||
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IUPAC name (2R,6S,7aR)-2- | ||
Other names •5,8-Epoxy-5,8-dihydro-γ | ||
Identifiers | ||
CAS number | 512-29-8 | |
PubChem | 5281238 | |
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Properties | ||
Molecular formula | C40H56O3 | |
Molar mass | 584.87 g/mol | |
Appearance | Yellow solid | |
Melting point | 184 °C | |
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Infobox references | ||
Flavoxanthin is a natural xanthophyll pigment with a golden-yellow color found in small quantities in a variety of plants. As a food additive it used under the E number E161a as a food coloring although it is not approved for use in the EU[2] or USA.[citation needed] It is listed as food additive 161a in Australia and New Zealand where it is approved for usage as an ingredient in food products.[3]
References
- ↑ Merck Index, 11th Edition, 4032.
- ↑ UK Food Standards Agency: "Current EU approved additives and their E Numbers". Retrieved 2011-10-27.
- ↑ Australia New Zealand Food Standards Code"Standard 1.2.4 - Labelling of ingredients". Retrieved 2011-10-27.