Page Views: 56 Date Added: 01/05/2012 Last Updated: 01/10/2012 Expiry Date: 01/02/2022 Product/Service Details 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: 596.85 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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