Transcrocetin is a chemical compound, a synthetic dye with carotenoids (fat-soluble organic pigments responsible for the colouring of different fruits and vegetables) and is known as CI 75100.
Chemical Name
(2E,4E,6E,8E,10E,12E,14E)-2,6,11,15-tetramethylhexadeca-2,4,6,8,10,12,14-heptaenedioic acid
8,8'-diapo-.psi.,.psi.-Carotenedioic acid
Chemical Industrial Synthesis Process
- Preparation of reagents. The main raw materials include beta-carotene, organic solvents such as ethanol, and antioxidants like BHT (butylated hydroxytoluene).
- Extraction. The production of CI 75100 begins with the extraction of beta-carotene from natural sources such as carrots or algae. The extraction is carried out using organic solvents to solubilize the beta-carotene.
- Filtration and solvent removal. The solution containing beta-carotene is filtered to remove impurities and solid particles. Subsequently, the solvents are removed through vacuum evaporation.
- Crystallization. The concentrated beta-carotene is slowly cooled to allow crystallization. This process helps achieve a high-purity product.
- Purification. The beta-carotene crystals are further purified using techniques such as chromatography to ensure high purity of CI 75100.
- Stabilization. The purified beta-carotene is stabilized with antioxidants like BHT to prevent oxidation and maintain color stability during transportation and storage.
- Drying. The purified product is dried at controlled temperatures to obtain a fine beta-carotene powder.
- Quality control. The CI 75100 undergoes rigorous quality testing to ensure it meets standards for purity, color intensity, and safety. These tests include chemical analysis, spectroscopy, and microbiological testing.
What it is used for and where
Cosmetics
Restricted cosmetic ingredient as IV/108 a Relevant Item in the Annexes of the European Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009. Substance or ingredient reported:
- 8,8'-diapo-.psi.,.psi.-Carotenedioic acid
Cosmetics - INCI Functions
Colorant. This ingredient has the function of colouring the solution in which it is inserted in a temporary, semi-permanent or permanent manner, either alone or in the presence of the complementary components added for colouring.
Safety
It is an ingredient considered safe
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Molecular Formula C20H24O4
Molecular Weight 328.4 g/mol
CAS 27876-94-4 89382-88-7
EC number 248-708-0
UNII 20TC155L9C
DTXSID201015585
Synonyms:
CI 75100
Crocetin
8,8-Diapocarotenedioic acid
NSC 407300
Transcrocetinic acid
