- Plant Extract[10]
- Chemical Auxiliary Agent[10]
- Flavour & Fragrance[10]
- Food Additives[10]
- Organic Intermediate[4]
- Healthcare Supplement[10]
- Healthcare Supplies[4]
- Herbal Medicine[5]
- Pharmaceutical[10]
CAS 514-78-3 Canthaxanthin
Product Detailed
Canthaxanthin cas 514-78-3
content: 10% 5% 2.5%
natural pigment
food and feed grade
Canthaxanthin cas 514-78-3
content: 10% 5% 2.5%
natural pigment
food and feed grade
Specification:
Analysis Specification Results Appearance yellow powder CompliesOdor Characteristic CompliesAssay(canthaxanthin) 10% 10.23% Sieve analysis ≥100mesh 100meshLoss on Drying ≤ 5.0% 4.5% Heavy Metal Ferrous 0.50%Max 0.41% Pb 0.001% Max 0.00035%As 3ug/g 1.7ug/gConclusion Conform to specificationQ/DLGB11-2002 Storage Store in cool & dry place, Stored in well-closed containersKeep away from strong sunlight andheatShelf life 2 years when properly stored,NO OPENED Packaging: 1KGS/AL BAG OR 5kgs/AL TIN OR 20 KGS /DRUM Usage:Canthaxanthin is widely used and generally recognized as safe (GRAS) for use as a food color additive. Extensively used in commercial food products like ketchup, Ocean Spray cranberry juice, etc. 30mg per 16 ounces of food or liquid ingested is the suggested dosage. Research does show that carotenoid supplements are not as well absorbed when taken alone on an empty stomach.