Intermediate in the biosynthesis of carotenoidsAtmosphere:Inert gasSolubility:Chloroform, Ethyl AcetateMethod for Determining Identity: Proton NMR (CDCl3) spectroscopic analysis and mass spectrometric analysisTLC Conditions: SiO2; Hexame : Ehtyl Acetate (9 : 5). Visualized with UV and AMCS (Rf =.0.7)Storage and Stability:Store in the dark at -20°C. Caution: Light sensitive. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial prior to removing the cap.
