CAS No. 502-65-8

Batch: Purity:99.28
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Lycopene Chemical Structure
Chemical Structure
Check the Lycopene product page for in-depth specifications, including solubility, stock solutions, MOA, and working concentrations.

Chemical Information

CAS Number 502-65-8
Molecular Formula

C40H56
Molecular Weight (MW) 536.87

Ordering Information

Biological Activity

Lycopene is an unsaturated hydrocarbon carotenoid and natural antioxidant that modulates cellular signaling pathways involved in cell proliferation and survival. It inhibits the activation of NF-κB and regulates the MAPK/ERK and PI3K/AKT signaling cascades. Downstream of these pathways, lycopene reduces reactive oxygen species accumulation, suppresses pro-inflammatory cytokine production, halts cell cycle progression, and promotes apoptosis in cancer cells.

Solubility

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All in vitro solubility values are batch-tested experimental data (non-literature values).
Solvent Solubility & Note
0.1M NaOH 5 mg/mL
DMSO Insoluble
(Moisture-contaminated DMSO may reduce solubility. Use fresh, anhydrous DMSO.)
Water Insoluble
FAQ
Q: Why does a DMSO stock precipitate in media/saline?
A: It is caused by unheated aqueous media (supersaturation), local solvent shock, or incorrect mixing sequence.
How to fix it?
  • Preheat media/saline to 37°C.
  • Mix rapidly (pipette/vortex) upon addition.
  • For complex mixes, always add the aqueous phase last.
  • Re-dissolve minor precipitates with a 37°C water bath and sonication (≤30 min).

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Note: Technical data last updated: Sep 1, 2026.