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Capsanthin

Also known as all-trans-capsanthin, Capsanthin/capsorubin, (3R,3'S,5'R)-3,3'-Dihydroxy-beta,kappa-caroten-6'-one

CAS 465-42-9Formula C40H56O3Molar mass 584.89 g/molEC 207-364-1
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Capsanthin chemical structure, C40H56O3, CAS 465-42-9
2D chemical structure

Key facts

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All properties
Appearance
Deep carmine-red needles from petroleum ether
Melting point
176 °C
Solubility
In water, 3.41 × 10⁻¹⁰ mg/L at 25 °C (estimated)
HS code
291440
Category
Cosmetic colorants and hair dyes
Illustrative photo, red pigment powder in an open kraft paper sack in a chemical plant
Typical packagingIllustrative packaging image, not the actual product

What is Capsanthin?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Capsanthin is a carotenone. It has a role as a plant metabolite.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
(2E,4E,6E,8E,10E,12E,14E,16E,18E)-19-[(4R)-4-hydroxy-2,6,6-trimethylcyclohexen-1-yl]-1-[(1R,4S)-4-hydroxy-1,2,2-trimethylcyclopentyl]-4,8,13,17-tetramethylnonadeca-2,4,6,8,10,12,14,16,18-nonaen-1-one
CAS number
465-42-9 CAS number cross-checked
EC number
207-364-1
Molecular formula
C40H56O3
UNII
420NY1J57N
MDL number
MFCD31726206
INCI name
CAPSANTHIN/CAPSORUBIN
InChIKey
VYIRVAXUEZSDNC-RDJLEWNRSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C40H56O3/c1-29(17-13-19-31(3)21-23-36-33(5)25-34(41)26-38(36,6)7)15-11-12-16-30(2)18-14-20-32(4)22-24-37(43)40(10)28-35(42)27-39(40,8)9/h11-24,34-35,41-42H,25-28H2,1-10H3/b12-11+,17-13+,18-14+,23-21+,24-22+,29-15+,30-16+,31-19+,32-20+/t34-,35+,40+/m1/s1
Canonical SMILES
CC(C=CC=C(C)C=CC(=O)C1(C)CC(O)CC1(C)C)=CC=CC=C(C)C=CC=C(C)C=CC1=C(C)CC(O)CC1(C)C
Isomeric SMILES
CC1=C(C(C[C@@H](C1)O)(C)C)/C=C/C(=C/C=C/C(=C/C=C/C=C(\C)/C=C/C=C(\C)/C=C/C(=O)[C@@]2(C[C@H](CC2(C)C)O)C)/C)/C

Synonyms

  • all-trans-capsanthin
  • Capsanthin/capsorubin
  • (3R,3'S,5'R)-3,3'-Dihydroxy-beta,kappa-caroten-6'-one
  • beta,kappa-Caroten-6'one, 3,3'dihydroxy-
  • 3,3'-Dihydroxy-beta,kappa-caroten-6'one
  • all trans Capsanthin
  • Paprika Red
  • Capsanthin, >=90.0% (HPLC)
  • Sdccgmls-0066894.p001
  • Paprika extract (vegetable oil solution)
  • 3,3'-Dihydroxy-beta,kappa-caroten-6'on
  • 2,4,6,8,10,12,14,16,18-Nonadecanonaen-1-one, 19-(4-hydroxy-2,6,6-trimethyl-1-cyclohexen-1-yl)-1-(5-hydroxy-1,2,2-trimethylcyclopentyl)-4,8,13,17-tetramethyl-
  • 2-[(Dimethylamino)methyl]-4-[2-[(1E)-3-(1,1-dimethylethoxy)-3-oxo-1-propenyl]phenyl]-1,4-dihydro-6-methyl-3,5-pyridinedicarboxylic Acid Diethyl Ester

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values, check the supplier specification for your grade

Appearance
Deep carmine-red needles from petroleum etherexp.
Melting point
176 °Cexp.
Solubility
In water, 3.41 × 10⁻¹⁰ mg/L at 25 °C (estimated)exp.
Vapour pressure
4.65 × 10⁻¹⁸ mm Hg at 25 °C (estimated)exp.

Values vary by grade. Ask suppliers for the COA or TDS of the batch you buy.

Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
584.89 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
584.4229 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
9.81calc.
Topological polar surface area
57.53 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
2calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
3calc.
Rotatable bonds
11calc.
Heavy atoms
43calc.
Rings
2calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.48calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
3calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Fails (2 violations)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Murcko scaffold

The ring system that remains when every side chain is removed

Murcko scaffold of this chemical, O=C(C=CC=CC=CC=CC=CC=CC=CC=CC=CC1=CCCCC1)C1CCCC1

O=C(C=CC=CC=CC=CC=CC=CC=CC=CC=CC1=CCCCC1)C1CCCC1

2 rings, 31 atoms.

5 other chemicals share this scaffold

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

No GHS hazard classification is recorded for this substance yet. That does not mean it is harmless.

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.

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Uses and applications

What the substance is used for, by industry and function

Used as an orange food color, E 160(c).

Use classes: Cosmetics.

Cosmetic ingredient, INCI name CAPSANTHIN/CAPSORUBIN(colorant)

Roles

  • eukaryotic metabolite
  • metabolite
  • plant metabolite

Functional uses

  • Dye

Cosmetic functions

  • Colorant

How it is made

Extracted from paprika.

Regulatory status

Inventories, regulations and trade controls that list this substance

Health and food

  • EU cosmetic ingredient inventory

HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code Capsanthin is traded under.

HS 2914.40Indicative HS code

Ketone-alcohols and ketone-aldehydes

World exports in 2024
$199M
+2.5% vs 2023, imports $247M
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China29.5%
  2. Germany14.4%
  3. Netherlands12.7%
Top importers
  1. United States37.2%
  2. Netherlands8.5%
  3. Germany6.4%
Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

The HS code shown for Capsanthin is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Capsanthin, based on the data on this page

What is Capsanthin?

Capsanthin is a carotenone. It has a role as a plant metabolite.

What is the CAS number of Capsanthin?

The CAS registry number of Capsanthin is 465-42-9.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Capsanthin?

The molecular formula of Capsanthin is C40H56O3 and its molar mass is 584.89 g/mol.

What is Capsanthin used for?

Used as an orange food color, E 160(c). Use classes: Cosmetics.

Is Capsanthin hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Capsanthin is recorded on CompoundList yet. That does not prove it is safe. Always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of Capsanthin?

Capsanthin is usually classified under HS code 291440 (Ketone-alcohols and ketone-aldehydes). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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