Canthaxanthin

Also known as: all-trans-Canthaxanthin, Food Orange 8, E 161 G, β,β-Carotene-4,4'-dione, 4,4'-Diketo-β-carotene, C.I. 40850, Carophyll Red, Orobonze, Roxanthin Red 10

Canthaxanthin (CAS 514-78-3) is a compound in the Organic Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C40H52O2 and a molecular weight of 564.840 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 717.0±40.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 253.9±24.3 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.: 514-78-3
Jingsj CID: J-29761-0
Molecular Formula: C₄₀H₅₂O₂
Molecular Weight: 564.840 g/mol
Category: Organic Compounds
Last updated: 8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point	717.0±40.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density	1.0±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point	253.9±24.3 °C
Exact Mass	564.396729
PSA	34.14000
LogP	10.69
Vapor Pressure	0.0±2.3 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index	1.575

Activity & Biological Data

Additional Information	[1]. Esatbeyoglu T, et al. Canthaxanthin: From molecule to function. Mol Nutr Food Res. 2017 Jun;61(6). [2]. Huang DS, et al. Inhibitory effects of canthaxanthin on in vitro growth of murine tumor cells. Cancer Lett. 1992 Aug 31;65(3):209-13. [3]. Palozza P, et al. Canthaxanthin supplementation alters antioxidant enzymes and iron concentration in liver of Balb/c mice. J Nutr. 2000 May;130(5):1303-8. [4]. Chew BP, et al. A comparison of the anticancer activities of dietary beta-carotene, canthaxanthin and astaxanthin in mice in vivo. Anticancer Res. 1999 May-Jun;19(3A):1849-53. [5]. Grubbs CJ, et al. Effect of canthaxanthin on chemically induced mammary carcinogenesis. Oncology. 1991;48(3):239-45.

Additional Information

[1]. Esatbeyoglu T, et al. Canthaxanthin: From molecule to function. Mol Nutr Food Res. 2017 Jun;61(6). [2]. Huang DS, et al. Inhibitory effects of canthaxanthin on in vitro growth of murine tumor cells. Cancer Lett. 1992 Aug 31;65(3):209-13. [3]. Palozza P, et al. Canthaxanthin supplementation alters antioxidant enzymes and iron concentration in liver of Balb/c mice. J Nutr. 2000 May;130(5):1303-8. [4]. Chew BP, et al. A comparison of the anticancer activities of dietary beta-carotene, canthaxanthin and astaxanthin in mice in vivo. Anticancer Res. 1999 May-Jun;19(3A):1849-53. [5]. Grubbs CJ, et al. Effect of canthaxanthin on chemically induced mammary carcinogenesis. Oncology. 1991;48(3):239-45.

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code	3204199000

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Canthaxanthin?

The CAS number of Canthaxanthin is 514-78-3.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Canthaxanthin?

Canthaxanthin has molecular formula C40H52O2 and molecular weight 564.840 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Canthaxanthin?

For Canthaxanthin, Upstream Products: Beta-Carotene, (2E,4E,6E)-2,7-Dimethylocta-2,4,6-trienedial, Echinenone.

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Last updated: 8/21/2026

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