Astaxanthin (Microalga Haematococcus Pluvialis Extract) CAS No.:472-61-7 Other Names:3,3\\'-Dihydroxy-beta,beta-carotene-4,4\\'-dione Appearance:Fine red powder Specification :1%-10%HPLC Molecular Formula:C40H52O4 Molecular Weight:596.82 SynonymsName:(3S,3\\'S)-3,3\\'-dihydroxy-beta,beta-carotene-4,4\\'-dione; (9cis,9\\'cis,13cis,13\\'cis,15cis)-3,3\\'-dihydroxy-beta,beta-carotene-4,4\\'-dione Source Haematococcus pluvialis is a freshwater species of Chlorophyta from the family Haematococcaceae. Introduction Astaxanthin is a red carotenoid pigment. Astaxanthin is similar in structure than beta-carotene. The small differences in structure causes large differences in the chemical properties. Applications/Function Astaxanthin is a natural nutritional component, it can be found as a food supplement. The supplement is intended for human, animal, and aquaculture consumption. Medical Use: Astaxanthin is a powerful antioxidant that it is 10 times more capable than other carotenoids, so it is beneficial in cardiovascular, immune, inflammatory and neurodegenerative diseases. It also crosses the blood-brain barrier, which makes it available to the eye, brain and central nervous system to alleviate oxidative stress that contributes to ocular, and neurodegenerative diseases such as glaucoma and Alzheimer\\'s. Cosmetic Use: For its high-performance antioxygenic property, it can protect the skin from ultraviolet radiation damage and effectively reduce melanin deposition and the formation of freckles to keep skin healthy. At the same time, as an ideal natural coloring agent for the lipstick can enhance the radiant, and to prevent the ultraviolet injury, without any stimulation, safe. Package: 25 Kg/ fiberboard drum,inner with plastic bag. Storage: Store in cool & dry area, keep away from the direct light and heat. Shelf life: Two years if properly stored. tel:86-731-84392333 fax:86-731-88941168 Mobile:86-13707489751 email:lily (at) botanicalextraction (dot) com MSN:fivelily@hotmail.com Skype:fivejialily