A carotenoid and red pigment produced by tomatoes, other red fruits and vegetables, and photosynthetic algae. It is a key intermediate in the biosynthesis of other carotenoids, and has antioxidant, anti-carcinogenic, radioprotective, and anti-inflammatory properties.
Also Known As:
All-trans-Lycopene; LYC-O-MATO; Lycopene, (13-cis)-isomer; Lycopene, (7-cis,7'-cis,9-cis,9'-cis)-isomer -; Lycopene, (cis)-isomer; Pro-Lycopene; Prolycopene; All trans Lycopene; LYC O MATO; LYCOMATO; Pro Lycopene; psi, psi-Carotene