{"product_id":"bulk-astaxanthin-powder","title":"Wholesome in bulk™ Astaxanthin Powder","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .lp-product-story,\n  .lp-product-story * {\n    box-sizing: border-box;\n  }\n\n  .lp-product-story {\n    --lp-green: #263d34;\n    --lp-green-soft: #eef3ef;\n    --lp-green-line: #d8e3dc;\n    --lp-gold: #aa8b55;\n    --lp-gold-text: #8a6c38;\n    --lp-cream: #faf8f3;\n    --lp-border: #e5e0d6;\n    --lp-text: #323834;\n    --lp-muted: #5f6762;\n    --lp-red: #b32727;\n    --lp-red-dark: #922020;\n    --lp-warn: #b9893e;\n    --lp-warn-bg: #fff8ec;\n    --lp-warn-line: #ecdcbc;\n    --lp-warn-text: #7a5a22;\n    --lp-radius: 6px;\n    --lp-gap: 20px;\n    --lp-pad: 56px;\n\n    \/* Type scale: five sizes only *\/\n    --lp-fs-xs: 13px;\n    --lp-fs-sm: 15px;\n    --lp-fs-md: 17px;\n    --lp-fs-h2: clamp(26px, 2.6vw, 34px);\n    --lp-fs-xl: clamp(30px, 3.6vw, 44px);\n\n    width: 100%;\n    max-width: none;\n    margin: 36px 0 0;\n    color: var(--lp-text);\n    font-size: var(--lp-fs-md);\n    --lp-fs: var(--lp-fs-md);\n    line-height: 1.75;\n  }\n\n  .lp-product-story h2,\n  .lp-product-story h3,\n  .lp-product-story p {\n    margin-top: 0;\n  }\n\n  .lp-product-story h2,\n  .lp-product-story h3 {\n    text-wrap: balance;\n  }\n\n  .lp-product-story {\n    font-variant-numeric: lining-nums;\n  }\n\n  \/* Theme guard. 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20px 24px;\n    }\n\n    .lp-cta-wrap:before {\n      -webkit-mask-image: linear-gradient(180deg, #000000 0%, transparent 40%);\n      mask-image: linear-gradient(180deg, #000000 0%, transparent 40%);\n    }\n\n    .lp-cta-button {\n      max-width: 100%;\n      min-height: 54px;\n      padding: 14px 20px;\n    }\n\n    .lp-cta-wrap .lp-bulk-notice {\n      margin-top: 24px;\n    }\n  }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"lp-product-story\"\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- INTRODUCTION --\u003e\n  \u003csection class=\"lp-intro\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"lp-eyebrow\"\u003eWholesome in bulk™ Premium Ingredients\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eBulk Astaxanthin Powder for Supplement Manufacturing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eAstaxanthin powder is a deep red carotenoid ingredient made from the freshwater microalga \u003cem\u003eHaematococcus pluvialis\u003c\/em\u003e, which is grown, harvested, cracked, and dried. In algal material, most astaxanthin is bound to fatty acids as esters, and content is measured by HPLC. We supply it in bulk to supplement brands, contract manufacturers, and formulators. You can request testing documents and samples on the quote form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- AT A GLANCE --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"lp-specifications lp-glance\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"lp-spec\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"lp-spec-label\"\u003eChemical name\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"lp-spec-value\"\u003e3,3'-Dihydroxy-β,β-carotene-4,4'-dione\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"lp-spec\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"lp-spec-label\"\u003eCAS number\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"lp-spec-value\"\u003e472-61-7\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"lp-spec\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"lp-spec-label\"\u003eTypical grade\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"lp-spec-value\"\u003e2% to 5% astaxanthin by HPLC, algal powder\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"lp-spec\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"lp-spec-label\"\u003ePack sizes\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"lp-spec-value\"\u003e5 lb, 11 lb, 25 lb, and 55 lb\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- KEY CHARACTERISTICS --\u003e\n  \u003csection class=\"lp-section\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"lp-section-header\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"lp-eyebrow\"\u003eWhy Astaxanthin\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003ch2\u003eA deep red carotenoid with a traceable source\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eAstaxanthin is one named molecule, but it reaches the market from algae, yeast, and chemical synthesis. The source shows in the isomer pattern and the ester profile, so buyers can check it on paper and in the lab.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"lp-benefits\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"lp-benefit\"\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eDefined identity\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eAstaxanthin is C40H52O4, CAS 472-61-7, a keto-carotenoid with a deep red color. HPLC against a reference standard confirms identity and content.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"lp-benefit\"\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eAlgal source\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHaematococcus pluvialis\u003c\/em\u003e builds up astaxanthin in thick walled resting cells. Producers crack and spray dry those cells, then sell the meal or extract it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"lp-benefit\"\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eMostly esterified\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eIn algal oleoresin, most astaxanthin is bound to fatty acids as monoesters, with smaller shares of diesters and free astaxanthin. Ask how the assay handles the esters, so you compare lots on the same basis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"lp-benefit\"\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eA choice of forms\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eAlgal meal powder typically runs 1.5% to 5% astaxanthin by HPLC. Oleoresin made by supercritical CO2 extraction runs up to about 11%, and both can be formulated into beadlets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"lp-benefit\"\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eSource shows in the isomers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eAlgal astaxanthin is mainly the 3S,3'S form, yeast astaxanthin is 3R,3'R, and synthetic astaxanthin is a 1:2:1 mix of three forms. Chiral HPLC reads that pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"lp-benefit\"\u003e\n        \u003ch3\u003eSensitive to air and light\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eThe long chain of double bonds that gives astaxanthin its color also makes it prone to oxidation. Sealed, opaque packaging and stabilized forms help it hold its assay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- FORMULATION APPLICATIONS --\u003e\n  \u003csection class=\"lp-section\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"lp-formulation-wrap\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"lp-eyebrow\"\u003eFormulation Uses\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003ch2\u003eWhere formulators use astaxanthin\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eAstaxanthin fits measured formats where the form matches the line and air and light exposure are controlled, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cul class=\"lp-formulations\"\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eSoftgels, with oleoresin\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eCapsules, with algal powder or beadlets\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eCompressed tablets, with beadlets\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eMultiple ingredient capsule blends\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eCarotenoid and oil blends\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003eGummies, after stability trials\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003ePowdered drink mixes, with water dispersible forms\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003ePrivate label programs\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"lp-highlight\"\u003ePlan fill weights from the HPLC assay on each COA, and build in an overage from stability data. A 2% algal powder and a 10% oleoresin are not interchangeable gram for gram, so recalculate your serving math whenever you change forms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- COMMERCIAL BUYER REVIEW --\u003e\n  \u003csection class=\"lp-section\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"lp-quality-wrap\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"lp-eyebrow\"\u003eWhat Commercial Buyers Should Review\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003ch2\u003eWhat to check before you buy astaxanthin\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"lp-quality-intro\"\u003eTwo materials sold as astaxanthin can differ in source, form, assay method, and ester profile. Review these points together, and ask for lot documents before you approve a supplier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"lp-quality-grid\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"lp-quality-item\"\u003e\n          \u003ch3\u003eSource organism\u003c\/h3\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eConfirm \u003cem\u003eHaematococcus pluvialis\u003c\/em\u003e, yeast, or synthesis on both the specification and the certificate of analysis (COA). Chiral HPLC of the isomers is the lab check behind the paperwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"lp-quality-item\"\u003e\n          \u003ch3\u003eAssay method\u003c\/h3\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eAsk for astaxanthin by HPLC. UV results take in other carotenoids and usually read higher, so compare lots by the same method.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"lp-quality-item\"\u003e\n          \u003ch3\u003eEster profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eFor oleoresin, ask for monoesters, diesters, free astaxanthin, and cis isomers as shares of total astaxanthin. These figures describe the material beyond its headline percentage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"lp-quality-item\"\u003e\n          \u003ch3\u003eCell cracking and extraction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eFor algal meal, confirm the cells were cracked before drying. For oleoresin, ask for the extraction method, such as supercritical CO2, and any residual solvent results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"lp-quality-item\"\u003e\n          \u003ch3\u003eLine by line COA review\u003c\/h3\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eCheck every COA result against its own spec line, including appearance and form. A powder order should arrive with a powder COA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"lp-quality-item\"\u003e\n          \u003ch3\u003eContaminant limits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eCheck lead, arsenic, cadmium, and mercury by ICP-MS, plus microbial limits. Published algal powder specs set lead at NMT 1.0 mg\/kg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"lp-buyer-note\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLabel math:\u003c\/strong\u003e A 2% algal powder holds 20 mg of astaxanthin per gram. So 4 mg of astaxanthin per serving needs 200 mg of powder before any overage. Base the final figure on each lot's HPLC assay and your own finished product testing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- SPECIFICATION --\u003e\n  \u003csection class=\"lp-section\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"lp-quality-wrap lp-spec-wrap\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"lp-eyebrow\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003ch2\u003eTypical specification for Haematococcus astaxanthin powder\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"lp-quality-intro\"\u003eThese values reflect published specs and COAs for algal astaxanthin powder. Final figures come from the specification sheet and COA for your lot, and oleoresin specs differ. NLT means not less than, and NMT means not more than.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"lp-spec-table-wrap\"\u003e\n        \u003ctable class=\"lp-spec-table\"\u003e\n          \u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\"\u003eMethod\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n          \u003ctbody\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eIdentity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAstaxanthin, C40H52O4, CAS 472-61-7\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHPLC retention time against a reference standard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSource\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eHaematococcus pluvialis\u003c\/em\u003e, cracked cell meal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupplier declaration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eIsomer pattern\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMainly 3S,3'S, consistent with algal source\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChiral HPLC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eAppearance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeep red to dark red powder\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVisual\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eAstaxanthin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNLT 2.0%, basis stated on the COA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHPLC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eProtein\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNLT 15%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAOAC nitrogen method\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMoisture\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNMT 10%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSP \u0026lt;731\u0026gt;\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eCarrier or added stabilizers\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNone, or as named on the specification sheet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupplier declaration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eParticle size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStated on the specification sheet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSP \u0026lt;786\u0026gt;\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eLead\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNMT 1.0 ppm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eICP-MS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eArsenic\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNMT 1.0 ppm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eICP-MS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eCadmium\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNMT 1.0 ppm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eICP-MS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMercury\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNMT 0.1 ppm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eICP-MS\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTotal aerobic count\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNMT 10,000 cfu\/g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSP \u0026lt;2021\u0026gt;\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eYeast and mold\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNMT 25 cfu\/g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSP \u0026lt;2021\u0026gt;\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eE. coli and Salmonella\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNegative in 10 g and 25 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSP \u0026lt;2022\u0026gt;\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eShelf life\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24 months, unopened, in sealed opaque packaging\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStability data\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n        \u003c\/table\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- STORAGE AND HANDLING --\u003e\n  \u003csection class=\"lp-section\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"lp-storage-wrap\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"lp-eyebrow\"\u003eStorage \u0026amp; Handling\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003ch2\u003eStorage and handling for bulk astaxanthin\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"lp-storage-intro\"\u003eAstaxanthin stays in spec longest when it is cool, dark, and away from air. Supplier specs ask for storage protected from heat, light, and oxygen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"lp-storage-grid\"\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"lp-storage-item\"\u003e\n          \u003ch3\u003eLimit air exposure\u003c\/h3\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eOxygen breaks carotenoids down, so open bags only when you need them. Press out the air and reseal the liner promptly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"lp-storage-item\"\u003e\n          \u003ch3\u003eKeep away from light\u003c\/h3\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eLeave the powder in its original opaque or foil packaging. Light fades both the color and the assay over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"lp-storage-item\"\u003e\n          \u003ch3\u003eKeep it cool and dry\u003c\/h3\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eStore within the temperature range on the spec sheet, off the floor and away from heat sources. Algal meal also picks up moisture, so keep it sealed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"lp-storage-item\"\u003e\n          \u003ch3\u003eRotate and retest\u003c\/h3\u003e\n          \u003cp\u003eRecord the lot number and retest date for each bag. Send older lots to production first, and retest the assay on stock held near its retest date.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- BUYER FAQ --\u003e\n  \u003csection class=\"lp-section lp-faq\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"lp-section-header\"\u003e\n      \u003cspan class=\"lp-eyebrow\"\u003eBuyer FAQ\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003ch2\u003eAstaxanthin buyer FAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n      \u003cp\u003eQuick answers to the questions procurement and quality teams ask most.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"lp-faq-list\"\u003e\n      \u003cdetails class=\"lp-faq-item\"\u003e\n        \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the difference between algal and synthetic astaxanthin?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eThey share a chemical formula but differ in isomer pattern and form. Algal astaxanthin is mostly esterified and mainly the 3S,3'S isomer, while synthetic astaxanthin is a 1:2:1 mix of three isomers. Chiral HPLC tells them apart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/details\u003e\n      \u003cdetails class=\"lp-faq-item\"\u003e\n        \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat is astaxanthin oleoresin?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eOleoresin is the oily extract of cracked \u003cem\u003eHaematococcus\u003c\/em\u003e cells, often made with supercritical CO2. One published oleoresin spec allows 2.9% to 11.1% total astaxanthin. It is the usual fill for softgels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/details\u003e\n      \u003cdetails class=\"lp-faq-item\"\u003e\n        \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy is algal astaxanthin esterified?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eThe alga stores most of its astaxanthin bound to fatty acids. In one published oleoresin spec, monoesters make up 79.8% to 91.5% of total astaxanthin, with diesters and free astaxanthin making up the rest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/details\u003e\n      \u003cdetails class=\"lp-faq-item\"\u003e\n        \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow is astaxanthin content measured?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eAstaxanthin content is measured by HPLC against a reference standard, which separates it from other carotenoids. UV methods measure total color near one wavelength and usually read higher. Name HPLC and the basis on your purchase order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/details\u003e\n      \u003cdetails class=\"lp-faq-item\"\u003e\n        \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs there a limit on astaxanthin in food supplements?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eYes, in some markets. The UK register for \u003cem\u003eHaematococcus\u003c\/em\u003e oleoresin allows 40 to 80 mg of oleoresin per day in food supplements, equal to no more than 8 mg of astaxanthin. The EU sets its own conditions, so check each market you sell into.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/details\u003e\n      \u003cdetails class=\"lp-faq-item\"\u003e\n        \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat documents can I get with an order?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eA certificate of analysis (COA) and a specification sheet ship with every order. An allergen statement and a safety data sheet may also be available, depending on the lot in inventory. Contact us to request them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/details\u003e\n      \u003cdetails class=\"lp-faq-item\"\u003e\n        \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I get a sample before a bulk order?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eYou can request one by choosing sample options on the quote form. We will confirm availability, size, and timing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/details\u003e\n      \u003cdetails class=\"lp-faq-item\"\u003e\n        \u003csummary\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow should I store an opened bag?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eClose the liner, press out the air, and keep the bag cool, dry, and away from light. Use the material within the retest date or shelf life on the COA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/details\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003c!-- CALL TO ACTION --\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"lp-cta-wrap\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"lp-eyebrow\"\u003eBulk Astaxanthin\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ch2\u003eRequest a quote for bulk astaxanthin\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"lp-cta-copy\"\u003eTell us the source, form, grade, quantity, and timing you need. We will reply with current pricing. Select testing documents and sample options on the quote form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"#\" class=\"lp-cta-button\" aria-label=\"Return to the top of the page to order Astaxanthin\" onclick=\"window.scrollTo({ top: 0, behavior: 'smooth' }); return false;\"\u003eOrder Astaxanthin\u003c\/a\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"lp-bulk-notice\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBulk orders:\u003c\/strong\u003e Choose a pack size above, or request a quote for larger volumes, samples, and lot documents. We serve supplement brands, contract manufacturers, product developers, and formulators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n  \u003cp class=\"lp-disclaimer\"\u003eThis bulk ingredient is sold for further manufacturing and formulation. The information on this page describes the ingredient and how commercial buyers evaluate it. It is not medical advice. 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