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Rhodoxanthin

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Formula
  
C40H50O2

Melting point
  
219 °C

Pubchem
  
5281251

Molar mass
  
562.82 g/mol

Appearance
  
Purple crystals

Rhodoxanthin meaning


Rhodoxanthin is a xanthophyll pigment with a purple color that is found in small quantities in a variety of plants including Taxus baccata. It is also found in the feathers of some birds. As a food additive it is used under the E number E161f as a food coloring; it is not approved for use in the EU or USA however is approved in Australia and New Zealand (where it is listed under its INS number 161f).

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