MeSH definition : A trans-carotenoid pigment widely distributed in nature. The compound is used as an
oral suntanning agent and as a food and drug coloring agent. Oral ingestion of the
compound causes canthaxanthin retinopathy.;
A trans-carotenoid pigment widely distributed in nature. The compound is used as an
oral suntanning agent and as a food and drug coloring agent. Oral ingestion of the
compound causes canthaxanthin retinopathy.