capsanthin and its Impurities

The species Capsicum annuum L. is used to manufacture a paprika extract for food coloration. Carotenoids, such as capsanthin and capsorubin, are the main compounds responsible for the red color. It is a natural red dye of the xanthophyll class.. Reference standards of Capsanthin API, and its pharmacopeial, non pharmacopeial impurities, and stable isotopes are listed below