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Overview
Quick Details
| CAS No.: | 514-78-3 | Other Names: | 4,4'-DIKETO-BETA-CAROTENE |
| Molecular formula: | C40H52O2 | EINECS No.: | 208-187-2 |
| Place of Origin: | China | Type: | Feed grade |
| Efficacy: | colorant | Brand Name: | polifar |
| Model Number: | feed additives | Appearance: | Dark Red crystalline powder |
| Shelf Life: | 2 years | MOQ: | 100kg |
| Sample: | Free, ≤500g | Criteria Implemented: | QCS62.006.41(1.4) |
Brands of feed additive colorants (pigments)：China supplier NHU, DSM, ZMC, LEADER
Supply Ability
| Supply Ability | 1,80,000 kg per month |
Packaging & Delivery
| Product Packaging: | 20kg carton, 25kg carton |
| Product Storage: | Stockpiled at the ventilated place, avoiding rain, moisture and insolation. Please handle with care to prevent bag damage, away from toxic substances. |
| Loading: | 10MT/20FCL' with pallets |
| Delivery: | About 1 - 2 week |
Product Properties
Canthaxanthin is a kind of natural pigment with great potential of antioxidants. It has the ability to quench reactive oxygen species and scavenge free radicals. Its ability to quench reactive oxygen species and scavenge free radicals is second only to canthaxanthin. It is nearly twice that of vitamin E and fifty times that of vitamin E, also known as super vitamin E. In 1984, FDA/WHO approved the inclusion of cantharidin as a food additive and established quality standards. Canthaxanthin has been widely used as colorant, nutrient and antioxidant to be added to food, feed and cosmetics. Natural canthaxanthin is found in very small amounts in certain mushrooms, crustaceans, fish, algae, eggs, blood and liver. In addition, certain microorganisms can also produce canthaxanthin.
As a feed additive, canthaxanthin is mainly used for skin coloring and egg yolk coloring of poultry. The epithelial cells of the gastrointestinal mucosa are better deposited in the subcutaneous tissue, yolk and other tissues, thereby significantly deepening the egg yellowness of poultry and improving the skin color of poultry.
In cosmetic applications, canthaxanthin is a very safe edible pigment. Its bright color gives people a cheerful and pleasant feeling. Adding it to cosmetics can achieve an ideal color and luster effect.
In medical treatment, its good antioxidant capacity is mainly used to reduce free radicals in the human body, thereby playing the role of anti-oxidation, anti-aging, preventing cardiovascular disease, improving immunity and anti-cancer.
Specification
| Item | Standard |
| Appearance | Purple to reddish-violet free-flowing beadlets |
| Assay | ≥ 10 % |
| Pb | ≤ 10mg/kg |
| Loss on Drying | ≤ 8.0 % |
| Pass through sieve No.20 | ≥ 95% |
| Total viable bacteria count | ＜3000cfu/g(In house) |
| Total moulds count | ＜1000cfu/g(In house) |
| Salmonella species | ≤ n.d./25g(In house) |
FAQ
Q1: What is the role of canthaxanthin in animal feed?
A1: Antioxidant Properties: As a natural carotenoid, canthaxanthin exhibits potent antioxidant properties, aiding animals in combating damage from free radicals and shielding cells against oxidative stress.
Vision Protection: Canthaxanthin contributes to safeguarding visual health within the retina, helping prevent eye diseases and deterioration of vision.
Immune Support: Canthaxanthin plays a role in bolstering immune system function in animals, enhancing their resistance to diseases.
Pigmentation: Canthaxanthin can function as a pigment additive in feed, improving animal appetite and the attractiveness of the feed.
Q2: Is the demand for canthaxanthin in animals influenced by seasonal or environmental factors?
A2: The demand for canthaxanthin in animals generally remains stable and is not significantly affected by seasonal or environmental factors. However, in certain situations such as cold winters or hot summers, animals may undergo physiological changes leading to slight variations in nutrient requirements. In such cases, feed formulations may require slight adjustments to ensure animals receive adequate canthaxanthin and other nutrients to meet any seasonal changes in their requirements.
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