Food Ingredients

Astaxanthin Powder

Natural astaxanthin powder, extracted from Haematococcus pluvialis, standardized to 5% by UV method.

Astaxanthin Powder

Technical specification

Specification
5%
Molecular formula
C40H52O4
Molecular weight
596.84
Form
Powder
Test method
UV
Lead time
Within 3 working days
Payment terms
T/T
Annual capacity
30 tons
Certifications
ISO, HALAL, KOSHER etc.
Sources
Haematococcus pluvialis

Quality parameters (COA)

ItemsResultsStandardsIndividual Judgment
AppearanceThe red powder , no peculiar smell .The red powder,without odor , no smelly coke and other rancidity peculiar smell .Q/AEF 0011 S
MeshComform100 % pass 80meshQ/AEF 0011 S
Astaxanthin content(%)(UV)5.42≧5.0Q/AEF 0011 S
Moisture(%)1.12≦10GB 5009.3
Ash(%)0.62≦15GB 5009.4
Pb(mg/kg)<0.07≤ 0.8GB 5009.12
Total Plate Count(CFU/g)180≤ 30000GB 4789.2
E.coil(MPN/100g)<0.3≤ 0.92GB 4789.3
Yeast&Mould(CFU/g)<10≤ 50GB 4789.15
Salmonella/25gNegativeNegativeComform
Shigella/25gNegativeNegativeComform
Staphyloccocus aureus Rosenbach/25gNegativeNegativeComform
Vibrio parahemolyticus/25gNegativeNegativeComform
ConclusionsAccording to the above test for inspection , the results comply with standard of Q/AEF 0011 S .

Description

Astaxanthin Powder is a natural carotenoid extracted from the microalga Haematococcus pluvialis using a homogeneous cell-wall breaking method and supercritical CO2 fluid extraction technology. Haematococcus pluvialis is known for its high astaxanthin content, which accumulates in resting cells under unfavorable conditions. The product is a powder with an astaxanthin content of 5%, determined by UV spectroscopy. Molecular formula is C40H52O4, CAS number 472-61-7. Important technological properties include stability and solubility, which ensure easy incorporation into various formulations. For purchasers, the availability of ISO, HALAL, KOSHER certifications is crucial, confirming quality and compliance with international safety and production standards.

Applications

Applied in the food industry for product enrichment, in the production of functional beverages and specialized dietary supplements. Used in aquaculture and the cosmetic industry.

Supplements & NutraceuticalsCosmeticsBeauty & Anti-Age

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