Use and description |
Curcumin is a bright yellow chemical produced by plants of the Curcuma longa species. It is the principal curcuminoid of turmeric, a member of the ginger family, Zingiberaceae. It is sold as a herbal supplement, cosmetics ingredient, food flavoring, and food coloring. |
Physical Characters and Index |
Product Name:Curcumin CAS:458-37-7 Molecular Formula:C21H20O6 Molecular Weight:368.38 Appearance:Orange powder. Melting point:183 °C Boiling point:418.73°C (rough estimate) Storage conditions:2-8°C |