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Tablet-Grade Beadlets

Specifications and General Composition

General Description Dark red lipid extract of Haematococcus pluvialis microalgae encapsulated into tablet-grade gelatin beadlets. Contains minimum of 1.35% astaxanthin by weight plus other mixed carotenoids equivalent to a minimum 1.59% astaxanthin complex, natural vitamin E and vitamin C.
Particle size 100% through No.20 U.S. Standard Sieve (<850 micron).
Regulatory Status FDA-reviewed and allowed as dietary supplement (August 1999). This product is free of genetically modified organisms and ingredients. It is (non-GMO). The gelatin used in beadlets is BSE-Free. Cyanotech Corporation is ISO and NPA-GMP Certified.
Typical Composition
(+/- 10%)
Protein 45.0%
Moisture 4-8%
Total Lipids 18.0%
Ash <1.0%
Carbohydrate 29.0%
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 maximum stability store below 8°C and use within one year from the date of manufacture. Stability within tablet will depend upon customer’s formulation and packaging. Cyanotech recommends the use of oxygen absorbers or nitrogen-purge and PETE or glass packaging with inductively sealed caps.
Manufacturer Cyanotech Corporation, Kailua-Kona, Hawaii, USA

*Astaxanthin assay: HPLC, method approved by U.S. Food and Drug Administration and Canadian Food Inspection Agency.