lycopene and its Impurities

Lycopene is a naturally occuring red carotenoid pigment that is responsible in red to pink colors seen in tomatoes, pink grapefruit, and other foods. lycopene is the most predominant isomer found in foods that gives the red hue. Reference standards of Lycopene API,and its pharmacopeial, non pharmacopeial impurities, and stable isotopes are listed below.