Pure Astaxanthin Powder
2.Specification: Astaxanthin 5%
3.Test Method: HPLC
4.Appearance: Dark Red Powder
5.CAS NO: 472-61-7
6.Main Market: European, North America, Asia
7.Packing specification: 25kg/drum, 27 drums/tray
8.Delivery: 3~7working days.
9.Certification: cGMP,Kosher,Halal,BRC,Organic,FDA,ISO9001,ISO22000 etc.
Pure Astaxanthin Powder - Premium Quality by Shaanxi Hongda Phytochemistry
Shaanxi Hongda Phytochemistry is one of the best manufacturers and suppliers of Pure Astaxanthin Powder. Since 2001 we have been producing natural plant extracts, with more than 20 years of expertise.We are a dependable supplier to the global nutraceutical sector, delivering astaxanthin products with excellent stability and absorption by state-of-the-art microencapsulation and sophisticated supercritical CO2 extraction.Our complete offering solves major product formulation difficulties, such as instability due to oxidation and inadequate absorption, to keep your finished goods potent and efficacious for their entire shelf life.Our supplies exceed the highest worldwide quality standards, with various essential Certifications like cGMP, FSSC22000, ISO22000, Halal, Kosher, and Organic.This underpins your position in markets throughout Europe, North America and Asia.
Astaxanthin Supplier
Organic astaxanthin Powder is the flagship product in carotenoid science, derived from premium Haematococcus pluvialis microalgae.This naturally occurring keto-carotenoid comprises the active (3S, 3’S) stereoisomer and has an antioxidant potential roughly 6,000 times greater than Vitamin C.Our haematococcus pluvialis powder is protected from harm due to oxidation, light and heat that can break down the fragile molecular framework by superior beadlet microencapsulation technology.A stable, concentrated, dark red powder, this is a high performance choice for formulators of nutritional supplements, functional foods and cosmeceuticals where high performance is required and is available in strengths of 2% to 5% test.

Third Test Report
Third Party Independent Verification for Quality Assurance: We cooperate with internationally recognized third party laboratories such as SGS and Eurofins to provide full product validation in addition to our own quality control methods.
Pesticide Residue Analysis: Multi-residue screening assures compliance with the EU and USDA organic standards providing the confidence that your formulations are made with heavy pesticide free materials to meet tight regulatory criteria.

Product Specification
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Analysis
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Specification
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Result
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Test method
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Physical Description
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Appearance
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Dark Red Powder
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dark red uniform powder; the absence of odor or with a little seaweed odor; no microscopically impurities
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Visual
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Particle size
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95% pass 80 mesh
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95% pass 80 mesh
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80 Mesh Screen
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Chemical Tests
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Assay (Astaxanthin)
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3.0% Min
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3.24%
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HPLC
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All trans astaxanthin
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0.8% Min
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2.62%
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HPLC
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Protein
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15% Min
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15.67%
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GB5009.5-2020
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Loss on drying
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5.0% Max
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3.7%
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5g/105℃/2hrs
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Residue on Ignition
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5.0% Max
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2.21%
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2g/525℃/2hrs
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Heavy metals
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10.0ppm Max
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<10.0ppm
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AAS
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Lead (Pb)
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2.0ppm Max
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<2.0ppm
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AAS/GB5009.12-2020
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Arsenic (As)
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1.0ppm Max
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<1.0ppm
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AAS/GB5009.11-2020
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Cadmium (Cd)
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1.0ppm Max
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<1.0ppm
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AAS/GB5009.15-2020
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Mercury (Hg)
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0.5ppm Max
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<0.5ppm
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AAS/GB5009.17-2020
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Microbiology Control
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Total plate count
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10,000cfu/g Max
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<10,000cfu/g
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GB4789.2-2020
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Yeast & Mold
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100cfu/g Max
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<100cfu/g
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GB4789.15-2020
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E. Coli
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Negative
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Negative
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GB4789.3-2020
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Salmonella
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Negative
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Negative
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GB4789.4-2020
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Conclusion
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Complies with the standards.
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Please contact us to get COA and more information:duke@hongdaherb.com
Pure Astaxanthin Powder Advantages
Better Stereochemistry: Our natural extraction produces just the (3S, 3'S) isomer configuration, which is 20X more potent in antioxidant efficiency than synthetic, petrochemical-derived competitors with mixed isomer ratios.
Advanced Microencapsulation Technology: Our proprietary beadlet formulation prevents astaxanthin molecules from premature oxidation, providing a shelf life of 24-36 months with >95% potency retention when stored properly.
Cold Water Dispersible Options: For beverages, our proprietary CWD technology turns lipophilic astaxanthin into nanosphere emulsions that disperse uniformly without separation of oil or rings.
Pure Astaxanthin Powder Application
Dietary Supplements: Create softgels, hard capsules and tablets for clinical dosages from 4mg to 12mg per day targeting oxidative stress, ocular health, cardiovascular support and sports recovery markets.
Functional Foods & Beverages: Integrate into protein powders, meal replacement shakes, energy bars and fortified drinks, offering natural colour and functional antioxidant advantages for health-conscious consumers.
Cosmeceuticals & Skincare: Natural astaxanthin powder is used in topical formulations such as anti-aging serums, sun protection formulae, and skin brightening treatments where astaxanthin's membrane-spanning antioxidant action protects against photoaging and environmental stresses.
Production Process
Step 1 - Microalgae Cultivation: We grow premium strains of Haematococcus pluvialis in controlled photobioreactors, ensuring ideal light, temperature and nutritional conditions, leading to algal biomass with maximal astaxanthin accumulation greater than 5% dry weight.
Step 2 - Harvesting & Drying: Mature algae are separated through centrifugation and then spray dried at carefully controlled temperatures to maintain cellular integrity and reduce thermal destruction of sensitive carotenoids.
Step 3 - Supercritical CO2 Extraction: Dried biomass is loaded into supercritical fluid extraction chambers where CO2 under certain pressure and temperature selectively dissolves the astaxanthin lipids, yielding solvent-free oleoresin of extraordinary purity.
Step 4 - Microencapsulation: The concentrated oleoresin is spray-dried with protective matrices such as modified starch and gum arabic to form stable powder beadlets that preserve astaxanthin from oxygen, light and moisture.
Step 5 - Quality Testing & Packaging: Each batch is rigorously tested by HPLC assay, heavy metals, microbiological and pesticide screening to provide approved products for your formulation needs before being packaged with Nitrogen-flushing.
OEM / ODM Support
Custom Formulation Development: Our team of 20+ PhD level R&D scientists will work with you to develop customized blends of Pure Astaxanthin Powder with synergistic substances like omega-3s, CoQ10 or lutein to meet your goal market positioning.
Flexible Dosage Forms: We manufacture your specs in a variety of formats, including softgels, hard capsules, tablets, stick packs and ready-to-mix powders, to fit your distribution channel needs.
Private Label & Packaging Customization: We offer complete branding solutions from bottle design to label artwork, including custom barrel packaging, retail-ready bottles, and sachets to match your corporate identity.

Why Choose Us?
Choosing Shaanxi Hongda means working with a nationally recognized high-tech development company that has more than 10 modern production lines and 100,000-level clean workshops.Our 20,000 square meter manufacturing plant includes SGS-certified laboratories with over 20 testing devices, such as HPLC, GC, and atomic absorption spectrophotometers, ensuring strict quality checks at every step of production.You get the benefit of three dedicated planting bases, managed by experienced agronomists, which guarantees traceable, pesticide-free raw materials from the source all the way to the final product.

Our 150-plus workshop technicians bring together decades of combined experience, and our wide range of certifications helps us reach global markets.We know that your success relies on dependable supply, consistent quality, and timely technical support—commitments we've kept since 2001 for clients in Europe, North America, and Asia.

FAQ
Q: How is the natural product different from the synthetic?
A: Natural astaxanthin from Haematococcus pluvialis includes just the (3S, 3’S) isomer, which has demonstrated the strongest antioxidant activity. Synthetic forms are blends of petrochemicals with just 25% of the active form and are utilized mostly in animal feed, not in human nutrition.
Q: Why the specs are 2-5% and not pure astaxanthin?
A: Crystalline astaxanthin oxidizes fast when exposed to air. Shelf life is guaranteed for 24-36 months, microencapsulated in protective matrices. Percentage of active ingredient content by weight in the stabilized powder form.
Q: Can the product dissolve in water-based formulations?
A: The standard powder is lipophilic, however for beverage applications we have Cold Water Dispersible (CWD) technology using nano-emulsification so that it can be uniformly dispersed without oil separation.
Ready to elevate your formulations with premium Pure Astaxanthin Powder? Contact us today at duke@hongdaherb.com.


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