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Astaxanthin Latin Name: Haematococcus pluvialis Source: Microalga Haematococcus pluvialis Synonyms: 3,3'-dihydroxy-.beta.,.beta.-carotene-4,4'-dione; Natural astaxanthin CAS No.: 472-61-7 Appearance: Fine dark red powder Solubility: Poor solubility in water, sol. in CHCl3 (6mg/ml) & DMF (0.5ng/ml) Molecular Formula: C40H52O4 Molecular Weight: 596.89 Melt Point: 211.0̊C to 215.0̊C Botany: Astaxanthin is extracted from Haematococcus pluvialis which is the richest known natural source with unique properties. Commercially more than 40 g of astaxanthin can be obtained from one kg of dry biomass. Astaxanthin, opens very promising possibilities of nutraceutical and pharmaceutical applications for human health and nutrition Description: Astaxanthin is a carotenoid. It belongs to a larger class of phytochemicals known as terpenes. It is classified as a xanthophyll, which means "yellow leaves". Like many carotenoids, it is a colorful, lipid-soluble pigment. Astaxanthin, unlike some carotenoids, is not converted to vitamin A (retinol) in the human body. Too much vitamin A is toxic for a human, but astaxanthin has lower toxicity. It is an antioxidant with a slightly lower antioxidant activity than other carotenoids. Function: 1. It's an extremely potent antioxidant with over 500 times stronger than vitamin E, increasing the flexibility of capillaries and reducing injury. 2. With the function of anti-radicalization and anti-aging. 3. With the function of eliminating the harmful free radicals in vivo. 4. With the function of prevention of treating of cardiovascular diseases. 5. With the function of enhancing immunity. 6. Applied in pharmaceutical field, it is mainly used to prevent cancer, resist cancer,and anti-oxidant. 7. Applied in cosmetic field, it is mainly used to Antioxidant and UV protection. 8. Applied in food field, it is mainly used as food additives for colorant and heath care. Application: 1. Food supplement; 2. Food coloring, it is restricted to use in animal food in United States. Packing Specification: Aluminum foil laminate, Outer suface: polyester, Inner surface: polyethylene. The bag is heat-sealed and oxygen-free. Storage Specification: 5 celsius degree or below, keep sealed when not in use. Utilize content soon after opening container. Shelf Life:Re-test after one year from production date.

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Kingherbs was founded in 1996, specialized in high-value botanical derivatives. Over the years, the company grows from an international trader to a group which operates two factories, offers botanical & herbal ingredients for dietary, food supplement, food additive, nutraceuticals, cosmetics, natural nutrient product, pharmaceuticals and feed.

As a leading manufacturer and trader, Kingherbs offers extended services as to help clients source materials from trusted manufacturers in all parts of China, examples are Chemicals, Minerals & Vitamins and their premix, Fruit and vegetable Powders & concentrated Juices. Kingherbs can offer further processing services as soft gel, capsule,granule and tablet, saving clients the trouble of sourcing for themselves, and assuring quality from our intimate knowledge of the Chinese manufacturers and markets, and by visiting the suppliers personally.

Kingherbs is always up-to-date with current industry practices, and can produce and analyze ingredients according to any desired international standards: USP, EP, BP or CP. Kingherbs wants to be your favored supplier in China, by keeping our quality and services a step ahead.