Product Data Sheet

Carmine

Catalog No. B10979

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Carmine is a natural red dye derived from the dried females of the cochineal insect, Dactylopius coccus var. Costa. Recognized for its use as a food additive, carmine exhibits distinct biological activity, inducing both immediate hypersensitivity and delayed systemic responses, often with cutaneous manifestations. This compound is valuable in research applications focusing on allergenic responses and the study of natural colorants in various biological systems.
Chemical Information
Catalog NumB10979
M. Wt492.39
FormulaC22H20O13
Purity>98%
Storageat -20 °C 3 years (powder form); at -20 °C 6 months (Solution base)
CAS No.1390-65-4
SynonymsCarmine red
SMILES[Carmine]
Biological Activity
DescriptionCarmine is a natural red dye derived from the dried females of the cochineal insect, Dactylopius coccus var. Costa. Recognized for its use as a food additive, carmine exhibits distinct biological activity, inducing both immediate hypersensitivity and delayed systemic responses, often with cutaneous manifestations. This compound is valuable in research applications focusing on allergenic responses and the study of natural colorants in various biological systems.
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