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Lycopene (CAS 502-65-8)

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Alternate Names:
all-trans-Lycopene; Lycopene 7; Psi,psi-carotene; trans-Lycopene; prolycopene
Application:
Lycopene is a highly conjugated antioxidant carotenoid compound
CAS Number:
502-65-8
Purity:
≥98%
Molecular Weight:
536.87
Molecular Formula:
C40H56
For Research Use Only. Not Intended for Diagnostic or Therapeutic Use.
* Refer to Certificate of Analysis for lot specific data.

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Lycopene, a bright red carotenoid pigment and phytochemical found in tomatoes and other red fruits and vegetables, is a compound of significant interest in the field of plant physiology and biochemistry. Its role extends beyond contributing to the vibrant coloration of plants; lycopene is involved in the process of photosynthesis and protects plant cells against oxidative damage by acting as an antioxidant. Research into lycopene focuses on its biosynthesis within plants, its function in protecting plant tissues against environmental stressors such as UV radiation and oxidative stress, and its role in the plant′s overall health and growth. This research is pivotal for understanding how plants adapt to their environments and manage stress, which has implications for agriculture, particularly in developing crops with enhanced stress tolerance and nutritional value. Additionally, the study of lycopene′s biosynthetic pathways and regulatory mechanisms offers insights into the complex network of plant secondary metabolism, contributing to the broader understanding of plant biology and the potential for biotechnological applications.


Lycopene (CAS 502-65-8) References

  1. Lycopene ameliorates oxidative stress in the aging chicken ovary via activation of Nrf2/HO-1 pathway.  |  Liu, X., et al. 2018. Aging (Albany NY). 10: 2016-2036. PMID: 30115814
  2. Lycopene Alleviates DSS-Induced Colitis and Behavioral Disorders via Mediating Microbes-Gut-Brain Axis Balance.  |  Zhao, B., et al. 2020. J Agric Food Chem. 68: 3963-3975. PMID: 32162923
  3. Protective impact of lycopene on ethinylestradiol-induced cholestasis in rats.  |  Wadie, W., et al. 2021. Naunyn Schmiedebergs Arch Pharmacol. 394: 447-455. PMID: 33034714
  4. Effects of lycopene on skeletal muscle-fiber type and high-fat diet-induced oxidative stress.  |  Liu, S., et al. 2021. J Nutr Biochem. 87: 108523. PMID: 33039582
  5. Protoplast fusion between Blakeslea trispora 14,271 (+) and 14,272 (-) enhanced the yield of lycopene and β-carotene.  |  Wang, Y., et al. 2021. World J Microbiol Biotechnol. 37: 58. PMID: 33655368
  6. Lycopene attenuates Staphylococcus aureus-induced inflammation via inhibiting α-hemolysin expression.  |  Tang, C., et al. 2021. Microbes Infect. 23: 104853. PMID: 34224857
  7. Lycopene mitigates DEHP-induced hepatic mitochondrial quality control disorder via regulating SIRT1/PINK1/mitophagy axis and mitochondrial unfolded protein response.  |  Zhao, Y., et al. 2022. Environ Pollut. 292: 118390. PMID: 34699919
  8. Lycopene intake induces colonic regulatory T cells in mice and suppresses food allergy symptoms.  |  Ushiroda, C., et al. 2022. Pediatr Allergy Immunol. 33: e13691. PMID: 34716962
  9. Lycopene Regulates Dietary Dityrosine-Induced Mitochondrial-Lipid Homeostasis by Increasing Mitochondrial Complex Activity.  |  Wang, J., et al. 2022. Mol Nutr Food Res. 66: e2100724. PMID: 34780105
  10. Lycopene improves maternal reproductive performance by modulating milk composition and placental antioxidative and immune status.  |  Sun, S., et al. 2021. Food Funct. 12: 12448-12467. PMID: 34792070
  11. Lycopene treatment improves intrahepatic fibrosis and attenuates pathological angiogenesis in biliary cirrhotic rats.  |  Huang, HC., et al. 2022. J Chin Med Assoc. 85: 414-420. PMID: 35120355
  12. The combination of nicotinamide mononucleotide and lycopene prevents cognitive impairment and attenuates oxidative damage in D-galactose induced aging models via Keap1-Nrf2 signaling.  |  Liu, X., et al. 2022. Gene. 822: 146348. PMID: 35183682
  13. Lycopene induces bone marrow lymphopoiesis and differentiation of peritoneal IgA-producing cells.  |  Elias, MB., et al. 2022. An Acad Bras Cienc. 94: e20210002. PMID: 36197357
  14. Lycopene ameliorates skin aging by regulating the insulin resistance pathway and activating SIRT1.  |  Li, J., et al. 2022. Food Funct. 13: 11307-11320. PMID: 36226790

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Product NameCatalog #UNITPriceQtyFAVORITES

Lycopene, 1 mg

sc-205738
1 mg
$143.00

Lycopene, 5 mg

sc-205738A
5 mg
$571.00

Lycopene, 1 g

sc-205738B
1 g
$6125.00

Dear Si/Madam. What is the shipping temperature and how long it will last in transit? Regards. Renato

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Thank you for your question. Please contact one of our authorized distributors for information about current product availability and shipping conditions and lead times.
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Date published: 2019-04-13

How many mg of lycopen can I dissolve in 1 ml of ethanol?

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Lycopene (CAS 502-65-8) sc-205738 is soluble in ethanol only sparingly. It can also be dissolved in carbon disulfide, chloroform (1 mg/ml), and benzene. It is insoluble in water. Please contact our technical service if you require additional information.
Answered by: SCBT Heidelberg Support
Date published: 2019-01-06

Is the compound a standard product?

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Thank you for your question. Lycopene, sc-205738, is not a standard product.
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Date published: 2016-12-28
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Rated 5 out of 5 by from BoeiraBoeira, SP. et al. (PubMed 25682699) reported that Lycopene protects against acute zearalenone-induced oxidative, endocrine, inflammatory and reproductive damage in male mice. -SCBT Publication Review
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