Fungal fermentation lycopene from Blakeslea trispora — deep crimson red powder in an amber glass bottle

Series: Fermentation-Derived

Fungal Fermentation Lycopene from Blakeslea trispora — EarthHue Lyco-Blak 131

Lycopene (Blakeslea)Powder 10%

Overview

Lycopene produced by fungal fermentation of Blakeslea trispora and supplied as a high-assay coated powder. This is the classic fermentation route for lycopene and the one behind most of the published safety and stability history, which makes it the natural choice where a documented history matters. The 10% assay powder handles applications where a high pigment loading has to fit into a small solids budget.

Specifications

Active contentLycopene ≥10.0% (HPLC)
Source organismBlakeslea trispora (fungus), non-GMO
Production routeFungal batch fermentation in closed bioreactors
Product formCoated powder
ColourRed
CarrierMaltodextrin + modified starch coating
SolubilityWater-dispersible after dispersion
E-numberE 160d
CAS502-65-8
Typical use level0.05–0.5% depending on matrix
StorageBelow 25 °C, protected from light
Shelf life24 months unopened
Minimum order1 kg

Applications

Nutraceutical & SupplementFood & Beverage ColourPowder Blends
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Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between this grade and the yeast lycopene?
Both are fermentation-derived and both deliver the same active molecule. The fungal Blakeslea route has the longer documented history in the published literature, which matters when a customer asks for a familiar reference material. The Yarrowia route is the one to choose when you want an oil suspension for beverages or emulsions, where a powder is harder to disperse. We supply both so you can match the grade to the matrix.
Why is this powder coated?
Lycopene is highly oxidation-sensitive. The coating isolates the pigment from oxygen and light during storage and handling, and it also makes the powder easier to disperse. Every batch carries accelerated stability data at 40 °C and 75 % relative humidity.
Can this grade be used in a water-based drink?
It is supplied as a water-dispersible coated powder, so it can be used in dry blends and in beverages with a suitable dispersion step. For clear liquids and emulsions we normally recommend the oil suspension grade instead, because it disperses more cleanly. Tell us the matrix and we will send the matching sample.
Is the strain non-GMO and free of allergens?
Yes. The production strain is a non-GMO Blakeslea trispora strain held in our own strain bank, and the finished product is free of the major allergens. Source, allergen and GMO statements are issued with every shipment.

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