Product Name |
Astaxanthin 10% Powder |
Extract source |
Haematococcus pluvialis |
CAS No. |
472-61-7 |
EINECS No. |
207-444-6 |
Appearance |
Dark Red Powder |
M.F |
C40H52O4 |
Specification |
Astaxanthin 1% - 10% HPLC |
M.W |
596.84 g mol−1 |
Melting point |
216 °C (421 °F; 489 K) |
Water Solubility |
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30 g/L in DCM; 10 g/L in CHCl3; 0.2 g/L in acetone |
Astaxanthin is a naturally occurring carotenoid pigment, is a powerful biological antioxidant. Astaxanthin exhibits strong free radical scavenging activity and protects against lipid peroxidation and oxidative damage of LDL-cholesterol, cell membranes, cells, and tissues.
Astaxanthin has been the focus of a large and growing number of peer-reviewed scientific publications.
What is Astaxanthin?
Astaxanthin (astaxanthin), also known as xanthine shrimp, lobster shell pigment, is a carotenoid, also is the highest level in carotenoids synthetic product, dark pink, chemical structure similar to beta carotene.
Application:
1. Applied in food field, it is mainly used as food additives for pigment and health care.
2. Applied in animal feeds field, it is used as an new animal feed additive to impart coloration, including farm- raised salmon and egg yolks.
3. Applied in pharmaceutical field, it is mainly used to prevent cancer and anti-oxidant.
4. Applied in cosmetic field, it is mainly used to Antioxidant and UV protection.
1. Powerful antioxidant effects.
2. Increase strength and endurance.
3. Boosts Immune System.
4. Inhibit Skin aging with skin-whitening effect. Prevent Diabetic Syndrome & Arteriosclerosis.
5. Cardiovascular & heart health Benefits.
6. Improve Eye Health.
7. Anticancer, Anti-inflammatory & Anti-helicobacter Pylori Activity.
8. Nervous System Benefits.
Basic Information | |
Product Name | Factory Supply Astaxanthin Powder |
Source | Haematococcus pluvialis powder |
Cas No. | 472-61-7 / 7542-45-2 |
Appearance | Dark red powder |
Assay |
1%, 2%, 3%, 5% Astaxanthin |
Total Proteins | 30.0% ~ 40.0% |
Total lipids | <5.0% |
Odor | Characteristic |
Taste | Characteristic |
Physical Characteristics | |
Particle Size | 95% Through 80 mesh |
Loss on Drying | ≤4.0% |
Ash content | ≤3.0% |
Heavy metals | |
Total Heavy Metals | ≤10ppm |
Pb | ≤1.0ppm |
As | ≤3.0ppm |
Hg | ≤0.1ppm |
Cd | ≤1.0ppm |
Microbiological Tests | |
Total Plate Count | ≤5000cfu/g |
Total Yeast & Mold | ≤100cfu/g |
E.Coli | Negative |
Salmonella | Negative |
Staphylococcus | Negative |
Aflatoxin B1 | ≤2.0ppb |
Function of Astaxanthin powder | |
1Astaxanthin is a powerful antioxidant and may protect against oxidative damage to body tissues. 2.Astaxanthin can improve the immune response by increasing the number of antibody producing cells. 3.Astaxanthin is a potential candidate to treat neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer and Parkinson disease. 4. Astaxanthin can reduce UVA-light damage to skin such as sunburn, inflammation, ageing and skin cancer. |
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Packing |
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1kg/bag, 25kg/drum with aluminum foil bags inside or per customer's requirments for Astaxanthin | |
Storage | |
Store in cool & dry place.Keep away from strong light and heat. | |
Shelf Life | |
24 months when properly stored |