Crocin
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Description
A golden yellow coloring agent found in Saffron, crocus, and Wongsky. Crocin is extracted from the saffron or crocus flowers, and gardenia fruits with hot water.
Synonyms and Related Terms
di-gentiobiose ester of crocetin
Physical and Chemical Properties
- Soluble in hot water, methanol. Slightly soluble in absolute alcohol, ether, and other organic solvents.
- Abs. max 464, 434 nm
Composition | C44H64O24 |
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Melting Point | 186 C |