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Citranaxanthin

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Formula
  
C33H44O

Appearance
  
Deep violet crystals

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Citranaxanthin meaning


Citranaxanthin is a carotenoid pigment used as a food additive under the E number E161i as a food coloring. There are natural sources of citranaxanthin, but it is generally prepared synthetically. It is used as an animal feed additive to impart a yellow color to chicken fat and egg yolks.

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