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| Brand Name: | Renze |
| Model Number: | beta-carotene |
| MOQ: | 100 kilograms |
| Price: | USD 2-3/kg |
| Payment Terms: | L/C,D/A,D/P,T/T,Western Union,MoneyGram |
| Supply Ability: | 100tons/per month |
Food Grade Carotenoids 100% Natural Beta-Carotene For Food Industry
1.Description
Derived from natural sources, our food-grade beta-carotene is a high-purity carotenoid that serves as a powerful nutritional ingredient and natural colorant. As a provitamin A compound, it supports healthy vision, immune function, and skin protection while providing antioxidant benefits.
2.Beta-Carotene Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification | Test Method |
| Product Name | 100% Natural Beta-Carotene (Food Grade) | Visual |
| CAS No. | 7235-40-7 | - |
| Molecular Formula | C₄₀H₅₆ | - |
| Source | Natural plant extraction | COA |
| Appearance | Reddish-orange powder or suspension | Visual |
| Purity | ≥96% | HPLC |
| Loss on Drying | ≤1.0% | USP<731> |
| Heavy Metals (as Pb) | ≤3 mg/kg | ICP-MS |
| Arsenic (As) | ≤1 mg/kg | ICP-MS |
| Lead (Pb) | ≤1 mg/kg | ICP-MS |
| Mercury (Hg) | ≤0.1 mg/kg | ICP-MS |
| Cadmium (Cd) | ≤1 mg/kg | ICP-MS |
| Total Plate Count | ≤1,000 CFU/g | ISO 4833-1 |
| Yeast & Mold | ≤100 CFU/g | ISO 21527 |
| E. coli | Negative | ISO 16649 |
| Salmonella | Negative | ISO 6579 |
| Solubility | Oil-soluble/Water-dispersible options | Visual |
| Particle Size (D90) | ≤50μm (for powder form) | Laser diffraction |
| Shelf Life | 24 months | Accelerated stability |
| Storage Conditions | Below 25°C, protected from light |
3.Key Applications:
*Functional Foods & Beverages: Natural coloring agent for juices, dairy products, and health drinks
*Dietary Supplements: Vitamin A precursor for immune and eye health formulations
*Sports Nutrition: Antioxidant support for active lifestyles and exercise recovery
*Beauty-From-Within Products: Promotes healthy skin and UV protection
*Infant Nutrition: Safe fortification for baby foods and formulas
Q: What is the main advantage of using natural beta-carotene versus synthetic?
A: Our 100% natural beta-carotene is derived from plant sources and contains natural isomers (including 9-cis and 13-cis forms) that may offer better bioavailability and additional phytonutrients compared to synthetic versions.
Q: Is this product suitable for vegan/vegetarian formulations?
A: Yes, our plant-derived beta-carotene is 100% vegan-friendly and contains no animal-derived ingredients.
Q: How stable is this beta-carotene in acidic beverages?
A: Our specially stabilized form maintains ≥90% potency in pH 3.0-7.5 environments for 12 months when properly stored. For highly acidic applications (pH <3), we recommend our encapsulated version.
Q: What is the heat stability of this ingredient?
A: The standard form is stable up to 180°C for short-term processing (≤30 min). For prolonged high-heat applications (e.g., baking), we offer a heat-stable variant.
