Knowde Enhanced TDS
Identification & Functionality
- Active Component
- Ingredient Name
- Food Ingredients Functions
- Pharma & Nutraceuticals Functions
Features & Benefits
Applications & Uses
- Markets
- Applications
- Food & Nutrition Applications
- Applications
Application areas of interest would include:
- Aquaculture industry pigmentation of salmon, trout and shrimp
- Nutraceutical industry antioxidant, cardio-protective, anti-inflammatory and other health benefits
- Cosmetic Industry skin care and anti-aging properties
- Foods and beverages fortification purposes.
Properties
- Appearance
- Dark Red Oil
- Typical Properties
- Microbiological Values
- Heavy Metals
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Ash Content | max. 5 | % | - |
| Impurities | No Visible Foreign Material | - | - |
| Moisture | max. 6 | % | - |
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Total Plate Count | max. 1000 | cfu/g | - |
| Yeast & Mold | max. 50 | cfu/g | - |
| Total Coliforms | max. 90 | MPN/100g | - |
| Salmonella | Not Detected | - | - |
| Shigella | Not Detected | - | - |
| Staphylococcus Aureus | Not Detected | - | - |
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Astaxanthin Content (HPLC) | 10 | % | - |
| Lead Content | max. 0.5 | ppm | - |
| Arsenic Content | max. 1 | ppm | - |
| Mercury Content | max. 0.1 | ppm | - |
| Cadmium Content | max. 0.1 | ppm | Headspace GC |
Regulatory & Compliance
- Certifications & Compliance
- Regulatory Status
Astaxanthin is classified as GRAS(Generally Recognized as Safe) by the Food and Drug Administration CAS No. 472-61-7.
Packaging & Availability
- Packaging
AstaMax® (10% oil) : 1kg/bottle.
Storage & Handling
- Storage Condition
Storage temperature not to exceed 77°F(25°C). Product will meet the criteria for two years when stored at or below 60°F(15°C) in the original container. Avoid excessive exposure to light and moisture.