Tomato Extract With 5%-98% Water Soluble Raw Material Pure Lycopene

Product name Lycopene
Appearance Red powder
Specification 2.5-96%
Certificate Halal,Kosher,ISO 22000,COA

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Lycopene is a naturally occurring carotenoid pigment that is widely distributed in plants, particularly in red fruits and vegetables. It is known for its bright red color and various health benefits attributed to its strong antioxidant properties.

Chemical Properties:

Molecular formula: C40H56

Molecular weight: 536.85 g/mol

Physical state: Deep red needle-like crystals

Solubility: Soluble in chloroform, benzene, and fats but insoluble in water

Stability: Sensitive to light and oxygen, prone to oxidation and degradation

Function

Antioxidant properties: Lycopene is a potent antioxidant, capable of scavenging reactive oxygen species and protecting cells from oxidative damage.

Cancer prevention: Studies have shown that lycopene may help reduce the risk of certain types of cancer, including prostate cancer, breast cancer, and skin cancer.

Cardiovascular health: Lycopene may support cardiovascular health by reducing low-density lipoprotein (LDL) oxidation and improving endothelial function.

Lycopene has also been linked to improved skin health, UV protection, and enhanced athletic performance.

Specification

ITEM	SPECIFICATION	TESTING METHOD
Assay Lycopene	5% 10% 96%	HPLC-UV
Physical & Chemical Control
Appearance	Red powder	Visual
Odor	Characteristic	Organoleptic
Tasted	Characteristic	Organoleptic
Pass through siveve No.20	100%	ChP0982
Pass through siveve No.40	85% Min	ChP0982
Pass through siveve No.100	15% Max	ChP0982
Loss on Drying	8% Max	GB 5009.3
As	1.0ppm Max	GB 5009.11
Pb	2.0ppm Max	GB 5009.12
Hg	1.0ppm Max.	GB 5009.17
Cd	0.1ppm Max	GB 5009.15
Microbiological
Total Plate Count	1000cfu/g Max.	GB 4789.2
Yeast & Mould	100cfu/g Max	GB 4789.15
E.Coli	Negative	GB 4789.3
Staphylococcus	Negative	GB 29921