β-Carotene
Food
β-Carotene is an organic, strongly colored red-orange pigment. It is a precursor to vitamin A in humans and animals, thus it is an essential nutrient. β-Carotene is a natural colorant, and it is often used in beverages, baked goods, dairy products, and processed foods. β-Carotene is an antioxidant.
Grade
- Industrial
- Powder
Other Names
- β,β-Carotene
- Provitamin A
Abbreviations
- β-Car
- BC
Form
- Solid