Synonyms: all-trans-Zeaxanthin | Beta,beta-carotene-3,3'-diol | Zeaxanthol
Compound class:
Natural product or derivative
Comment: Zeaxanthin is a carotenoid compound that gives certain plants and micro-organisms their characteristic yellow colours. Humans derive zeaxanthin from their diet.
In humans ingested zeaxanthin is accumulated in the macula (central retina), where it is a component of the macular pigment (a blue light filter and antioxidant) that is important for optimal visual acuity [1]. Its use is permitted in many jurisdictions as a safe ingredient for inclusion in food supplements that claim to maintain eye health and visual performance, although clinical benefit has not been robustly established. |
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Classification | |
Compound class | Natural product or derivative |
IUPAC Name |
(1R)-4-[(1E,3E,5E,7E,9E,11E,13E,15E,17E)-18-[(4R)-4-hydroxy-2,6,6-trimethylcyclohexen-1-yl]-3,7,12,16-tetramethyloctadeca-1,3,5,7,9,11,13,15,17-nonaenyl]-3,5,5-trimethylcyclohex-3-en-1-ol |
Synonyms |
all-trans-Zeaxanthin | Beta,beta-carotene-3,3'-diol | Zeaxanthol |
Database Links | |
ChEBI | CHEBI:27547 |
ChEMBL Ligand | CHEMBL2359248 |
GtoPdb PubChem SID | 491299882 |
PubChem CID | 5280899 |
RCSB PDB Ligand | 5X6 |
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