β-Carotene 7% CWS is a fine, orange powder. The individual particles contain a finely dispersed oily solution of β-Carotene in a matrix of Gelatin, Sucrose, Dried Glucose Syrup and Corn oil. dl-α-Tocopherol and Ascorbyl Palmitate are added as antioxidants, Silicon Dioxide as a processing aid. ß-Carotene 7% CWS can be used as colouring matter in pharmaceutical preparations.