Product Details
| Product Name: Lycopene | CAS No.: 502-65-8 |
| EC-No.: 207-949-1 | Min. Order: 1ton |
| Purity: 99% | Supply Ability: 1000T/M |
| Release date: 2025/11/04 |
Lycopene Technical Data Sheet (TDS)
Product Name: Lycopene
CAS Number: 502-65-8
Molecular Formula: C??H??
Molecular Weight: 536.88 g/mol
Origin: Natural (Tomato Extract) / Synthetic (Industrial Grade)
1. Product Description
Lycopene is a natural red carotenoid pigment widely found in tomatoes, watermelons, pink grapefruits, and other red fruits. It is a powerful antioxidant with health-promoting properties. Lycopene is widely used in the food, nutraceutical, cosmetic, and pharmaceutical industries.
Food Grade: Suitable for dietary supplements, functional foods, beverages, and coloring agents.
Industrial Grade: Suitable for cosmetics, animal feed additives, and technical applications.
2. Specifications
| Test Item | Specification (Food Grade) | Specification (Industrial Grade) |
|---|---|---|
| Appearance | Red to dark red powder or oil | Red to dark red powder or oil |
| Odor & Taste | Characteristic, mild, non-bitter | Characteristic, may have slight chemical odor |
| Assay (HPLC) | ≥ 10%, 20%, 40%, 98% | ≥ 10%, 20%, 40%, 98% |
| Solubility | Soluble in vegetable oils, slightly soluble in ethanol | Soluble in organic solvents |
| Loss on Drying | ≤ 5% | ≤ 5% |
| Residual Solvent (if applicable) | Complies with USP/EP limits | ≤ 500 ppm |
| Heavy Metals (as Pb) | ≤ 10 ppm | ≤ 20 ppm |
| Arsenic (As) | ≤ 2 ppm | ≤ 5 ppm |
| Cadmium (Cd) | ≤ 1 ppm | ≤ 2 ppm |
| Mercury (Hg) | ≤ 0.1 ppm | ≤ 0.5 ppm |
| Microbial Limit: Total Plate Count | ≤ 1000 CFU/g | ≤ 5000 CFU/g |
| Yeast & Mold | ≤ 100 CFU/g | ≤ 500 CFU/g |
| E. coli | Negative | Negative |
| Salmonella | Negative | Negative |
3. Physical & Chemical Properties
Melting Point: 172–175°C
Density: ~0.9 g/cm3
Stability: Sensitive to light, heat, and oxygen. Recommended storage in dark, airtight containers at 2–8°C.
pH (1% solution in ethanol): 6–7
4. Applications
Food & Nutraceuticals
Natural coloring agent in beverages, candies, dairy products.
Dietary supplement ingredient for antioxidant support.
Functional foods for heart health and skin protection.
Industrial & Cosmetic
Cosmetic formulations: creams, lotions, lipsticks for natural red pigment.
Animal feed additive for pigmentation enhancement.
Pharmaceutical intermediate for carotenoid-based products.
5. Packaging & Storage
Packaging: 1 kg, 5 kg, 10 kg, or customized foil bags, drum, or container.
Storage: Store in a cool, dry, and dark place. Avoid exposure to light, heat, and moisture.
Shelf Life: 24 months when stored properly.
6. Safety & Handling
Non-toxic, non-irritant under normal usage.
Avoid inhalation of powders.
Use protective gloves and goggles when handling in bulk
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