Astaxanthin

虾青素

Also known as: (3S,3'S)-3,3'-Dihydroxy-β,β-carotene-4,4'-dione, (3S,3'S)-Astaxanthin, (3S,3'S)-all-trans-Astaxanthin, 3,3'-Dihydroxy-β,β-carotene-4,4'-dione, all-trans-Astaxanthin, BioAstin, Carophyll Pink, Lucantin Pink, Natupink, AstaREAL

Astaxanthin (CAS 472-61-7) is a compound in the Organic Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C40H52O4 and a molecular weight of 596.839 g/mol. It is also known as (3S,3'S)-3,3'-Dihydroxy-β,β-carotene-4,4'-dione, (3S,3'S)-Astaxanthin and (3S,3'S)-all-trans-Astaxanthin. Key properties include a melting point of 215-216ºC, a boiling point of 774.0±60.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 435.8±29.4 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.: 472-61-7
Jingsj CID: J-1990659-9
Molecular Formula: C₄₀H₅₂O₄
Chinese Name: 虾青素
Molecular Weight: 596.839 g/mol
Category: Organic Compounds
Last updated: 8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point	215-216ºC
Boiling Point	774.0±60.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density	1.1±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point	435.8±29.4 °C
Exact Mass	596.386536
PSA	74.60000
LogP	8.16
Vapor Pressure	0.0±6.0 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index	1.595
Additional Property	DMSO: soluble1mg/mL (warmed)

Activity & Biological Data

Target	PPARγ
Additional Information	[1]. Yang Y, et al. Epigenetic CpG Methylation of the Promoter and Reactivation of the Expression of GSTP1 by Astaxanthin in Human Prostate LNCaP Cells. AAPS J. 2017 Mar;19(2):421-430. [2]. Desheng Fu, et al. Effect of astaxanthin on retinal pigment epithelial cells in high glucose: an invitro study. Biomedical Research 2017; 28 (15): 6839-6843. [3]. Rachel K Johnston, et al. Effects of astaxanthin on Brachionus manjavacas (Rotifera) population growth. Aquaculture Research. 2018;49:2278–2287.

Target

PPARγ

Additional Information

[1]. Yang Y, et al. Epigenetic CpG Methylation of the Promoter and Reactivation of the Expression of GSTP1 by Astaxanthin in Human Prostate LNCaP Cells. AAPS J. 2017 Mar;19(2):421-430. [2]. Desheng Fu, et al. Effect of astaxanthin on retinal pigment epithelial cells in high glucose: an invitro study. Biomedical Research 2017; 28 (15): 6839-6843. [3]. Rachel K Johnston, et al. Effects of astaxanthin on Brachionus manjavacas (Rotifera) population growth. Aquaculture Research. 2018;49:2278–2287.

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code	3203001990

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Astaxanthin?

The CAS number of Astaxanthin is 472-61-7.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Astaxanthin?

Astaxanthin has molecular formula C40H52O4 and molecular weight 596.839 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Astaxanthin?

For Astaxanthin, Upstream Products: Astaxanthin.

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Last updated: 8/21/2026

How to cite: Jingsj. "Astaxanthin (CAS 472-61-7)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1990659-9 (accessed 2026-10-28).

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