Crocetin is a natural carotenoid dicarboxylic acid that is found in the crocus flower and Gardenia jasminoides (fruits). It forms brick red crystals with a melting point of 285 °C. The chemical structure of crocetin forms the central core of crocin, the compound responsible for the color of saffron. ==Cell studies== Crocin and crocetin may provid...
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• (n.) A dyestuff, obtained from the Chinese crocin, which produces a brilliant yellow.
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Cro'ce·tin noun (Chemistry) A dyestuff, obtained from the Chinese crocin, which produces a brilliant yellow.
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