Fermentation beta-carotene from Xanthophyllomyces dendrorhous — warm orange powder in an amber glass bottle

Series: Fermentation-Derived

Fermentation Beta-Carotene from Xanthophyllomyces dendrorhous — EarthHue Beta-Ferm 140

Beta-Carotene (Fermentation)Powder 10%

Overview

Beta-carotene produced by controlled fermentation of the yeast Xanthophyllomyces dendrorhous and supplied as a dispersible beadlet powder. Fermentation gives a defined beta-carotene level with no dependence on either Dunaliella harvests or petrochemical synthesis, and the beadlet format disperses cleanly into both water and oil systems. Intended for food colouring, softgel and tablet nutraceuticals, and premixes.

Specifications

Active contentBeta-carotene ≥10.0% (HPLC/UV-Vis)
Source organismXanthophyllomyces dendrorhous (yeast), non-GMO
Production routeControlled batch fermentation in closed bioreactors
Product formDispersible beadlet powder
ColourOrange to orange-yellow
CarrierMaltodextrin + gum arabic + modified starch
SolubilityWater-dispersible and oil-dispersible
E-numberE 160a
CAS63-42-1
Typical use level0.05–0.5% (colour) / 6–15 mg/day (supplement)
StorageBelow 25 °C, protected from light
Shelf life24 months unopened
Minimum order1 kg

Applications

Nutraceutical & SupplementSoftgels & TabletsFood & Beverage ColourPremix Blends
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Frequently asked questions

How does fermentation beta-carotene compare with synthetic beta-carotene?
The active molecule is identical. The difference is provenance and the regulatory position it carries: fermentation beta-carotene can be declared as a natural or plant-derived-equivalent colour in many markets, while synthetic beta-carotene cannot be described that way, even though both are chemically the same compound. Synthetic also remains materially cheaper, which is why we still supply it on request for cost-driven applications.
Is the beadlet format suitable for tablets and dry blends?
Yes. The beadlet powder is designed to disperse into both water and oil, which makes it a straightforward addition to dry powder fills, premixes and tablet granulation. We can supply a sample in your own excipient system to confirm flow and dispersion before you scale up.
Which isomer profile do you supply?
The product is predominantly all-trans beta-carotene, which is the isomer with the highest provitamin A activity and the one used in the published nutraceutical literature. The isomer profile is stated on the certificate of analysis for every batch.
Do you supply samples for a stability trial?
Yes. Samples of up to five series at 100 g each are free for qualified applicants and ship within seven days with tracked international shipping. A technical contact stays on the file for formulation tuning afterwards.

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