| General Description |
Haematococcus microalgae extract blended into high oleic safflower oil. Manufactured into 500 mg gelcaps. |
| Source of Astaxanthin |
Extracted oleoresin of Haematococcus pluvialis microalgae. |
| Regulatory Status |
FDA-reviewed and allowed as dietary supplement (August 1999). This product is free of genetically modified organisms and ingredients (non-GMO). Cyanotech Corporation is ISO and NPA-GMP Certified. |
| Typical Fatty Acid Profile |
Palmitic acid (16:0) 5%
Stearic acid (18:0) 2%
Oleic acid (18:1) 77%
Linoleic acid (18:2) 15%
Others 1% |
| Gelcap Contents |
Food Grade high oleic safflower oil (non-GMO), 400-440 mg per gelcap, containing 50 mg Haematococcus algae extract per gelcap (includes a minimum of 4 milligrams Astaxanthin and approximately 40 micrograms of lutein, 64 micrograms of Beta-Carotene, and 72 micrograms of Canthaxanthin*). 10 mg natural non-GMO vitamin E, containing 67% d-alpha tocopherol, added to enhance stability (total vitamin E activity = 10 IU). 500 mg total contents. 9.5 kcal/gram. |
| Gelcap Shell Composition |
40% gelatin, 40% water, 20% glycerin, weight approximately 250 mg (Oval-10 gelcap). Dissolution time: 15-20 minutes (USP 711). Gelatin is certified BSE-free. |
Typical Composition
(+/-10%)
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Protein 22.0%
Moisture 3.4%
Fat 65.5%
Ash <0.1%
Carbohydrate 9.1%
Calories (per 100g) 714 |
| Quality Control |
Total aerobic bacteria <1,000 cfu/gram
Total coliforms <10 cfu/gram
E. coli negative
Pesticides negative
Arsenic <1.0 ppm
Lead <0.1 ppm
Mercury, Cadmium <0.025 ppm each |
| Storage and Shelf Life |
For maxiumum stability store in original containers below 8 degrees Celcius. Stability of gelcaps will depend on the customer’s packaging. Cyanotech recommends storage in tightly closed containers with desiccant for stability up to 3 years after date of manufacture at room temperature and low humidity. |
| Manufacturer |
Cyanotech Corporation, Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, USA |
