Algatechnologies, Ltd (Algatech) has partnered with Italian research and development (R&D) company, Sphera Encapsulation S r l, to develop innovative functional ingredient formats. Based on Sphera’s propriety encapsulation technology, the partnership will focus first on the development of innovative new delivery forms of ingredients derived from microalgae. This debut product, expected to launch in the […]

Nutrex Hawaii, Inc. is pleased to announce that its BioAstin® Hawaiian Astaxanthin® and MD Formulas™ have received The International GMO Evaluation and Notification Program™ (IGEN) verification. BioAstin Hawaiian Astaxanthin is a powerful antioxidant supplement derived from natural microalgae grown on the Kona Coast of the Big Island of Hawaii. IGEN is a third-party certification program […]

The Natural Algae Astaxanthin Association (NAXA) announced that Chile-based Atacama Bio is its newest executive member. Atacama Bio has been producing natural astaxanthin derived from Haematococcus pluvialis since 2003 in the Atacama Desert in Chile on its 250-acre facility using closed and open photo-bioreactors. NAXA members commit to a Code of Ethics and each member’s raw material is tested in order to […]

Supplier AstaReal has taken another step in trying to differentiate itself within the astaxanthin category by announcing it has achieved USP Ingredient Verification on its ingredient. According to the company, the parameters it needed to meet on its AstaReal L10 ingredient to obtain the certification were: Meeting its label or certificate of analysis claims for […]

Algalif®, Icelandic producer of pure, high-grade, natural astaxanthin from microalgae, has announced it has achieved Non-GMO Project verification for its Astalíf™ 5% and 10% oleoresin ingredients. The Non-GMO Project Product Verification Program is North America’s only third-party verification for non-GMO food and products. This third-party verification ensures that Astalíf 5 and 10 have been comprehensively […]

American consumers are taking a more proactive role as managers of their personal health, wellness and nutrition. So, it’s an excellent time for producers of dietary supplements, and food and beverage manufacturers, to explore consumer product opportunities with natural astaxanthin. Algal astaxanthin provides a broad range of health benefits, which are well-established through extensive third-party […]

Natural products manufacturer NOW® and Algae Health Sciences, Inc., a subsidiary of BGG, announced NOW’s launch of Astaxanthin capsules containing AstaZine® Natural Astaxanthin derived from Organic Haematococcus pluvialis microalgae. The product is being launched in a 4mg dose with 90 capsules per bottle.  The two-piece hardshell capsules feature Capsugel’s V-caps®, which are organic compliant, certified vegan, Non-GMO Project Verified, […]

Oriflame India, the leading cosmetic and skincare brand announces the launch of its latest and most path-breaking product in the wellness category – Swedish Beauty Complex Plus. It is an advanced amalgamation of antioxidants that promise to protect every cell of the human body against free-radical damage. An enhanced immune response, improved skin and evolved […]

Algae Health Sciences, Inc. has announced it has joined the ranks of astaxanthin suppliers that have achieved Non GMO Project Verified status on its ingredients. The company joined the Natural Algae Astaxanthin Association (NAXA), a group dedicated to highlighting differences between algae derived ingredients and chemically synthesized versions of astaxanthin that are on the market. […]

Cardax, Inc. has entered into a mutual exclusivity agreement with General Nutrition Corporation (“GNC”) for ZanthoSyn, the Company’s premium astaxanthin dietary supplement for inflammatory health and longevity. The exclusivity agreement covers the use of ZanthoSyn as a human dietary supplement, with an initial term of two years and provides for automatic renewals. More

Australian health and wellness supplement company Zifam Pinnacle has announvced that one of its top-selling products, Optica AZ, is currently available in the U.S. marketplace. Optica AZ is designed for people who are wearing glasses or contact lenses, or someone sitting at a computer for too long or gets dry eyes. Optica AZ is formulated to support and maintain […]

At this year’s SupplySide West trade show, AstaReal highlighted its latest research and product innovations in the astaxanthin category. The company featured a new, cold-water-soluble astaxanthin ingredient, AstaReal CWS25, which can be incorporated into cold beverages without settling or staining the neck ring of the bottle. The company said that the new astaxanthin ingredient is […]

Algatech has announced that its 100% organic Haematococcus pluvialis microalgae powder and astaxanthin oleoresin have been granted non-GMO verification by the Non-GMO Project. Consumers are actively seeking non-GMO products, so having the Non-GMO Project verify their line in accordance with its strict standards provides their partners added value on top of the existing USDA organic, GMP, kosher […]

Algatech (Algatechnologies) Ltd. has announced  that its 100% organic Haematococcus pluvialis microalgae powder and astaxanthin oleoresin has been granted non-GMO verification by the Non-GMO Project Inc. Algatech is the first and only  astaxanthin manufacturer to have achieved this extraordinary verification. Consumers are actively seeking non-GMO products, so having the Non-GMO Project verify their line in accordance with its strict standards […]

Solix Algredients has extended its natural astaxanthin quality challenge to help dietary supplement and nutrition product supply chain professionals make fact-based decisions. The “Solasta® Astaxanthin USP Challenge” provides finished goods product manufacturers with a science-based, objective standard for reliability and confidence, which also benefits consumer end-users. That’s because Solasta® natural astaxanthin conforms to the stringent United […]

BioActives, LLC has announced the launch of its latest ingredient MicroActive® Astaxanthin, a sustained-release advanced astaxanthin formulation shown to be 4 times more bioavailable than regular astaxanthin oil. MicroActive® Astaxanthin is a 10% concentrate and is supported by human and advanced dissolution studies. The advanced formation will uniformly deliver benefits to more consumers regardless of […]

Research studies conducted by AstaReal have shown that dietary supplementation with astaxanthin may protect skin from the harmful effects of UV radiation. Data from clinical, in vitro and in vivo studies showed that astaxanthin helped protect against wrinkles and loss of skin moisture, as well as improving skin elasticity. It also inhibited the production of inflammatory […]

Algatechnologies has received Brazilian Health Regulatory Agency (Anvisa) approval for its natural AstaPure astaxanthin to be used as a food ingredient. The approval makes Algatechnologies, the first astaxanthin supplier to start marketing in Brazil. Brazil has the largest nutritional and supplements market in South America. According to Euromonitor, vitamins and dietary supplements recorded a sales […]

Cyanotech Corporation has announced that its bulk raw material BioAstin SCE5 and vegan BioAstin soft gels have received  halal certification from the Islamic Food and Nutrition Council of America (IFANCA).  BioAstin is derived from natural microalgae, Haematococcus pluvialis, that is cultivated, grown, and processed on the Kona coast of the Big Island of Hawaii. Source  

Iceland based astaxanthin supplier, Algalif has announced that its proprietary astaxanthin ingredient, Astalif Astaxanthin has received Novel Food Certification from European Commission. The company had started sourcing the ingredient from Haematococcus pluvialis microalgae last year. Astalif astaxanthin has already attracted huge interest in North America and Asia. It also continues to gain footing in Europe, […]

Algatech has opened Algatech Inc., a New York city based subsidiary to serve its customers in North America. The company’s expansion into the US will accelerate the development of growing AstaPure astaxanthin market in North America. Algatech Inc.’s responsibilities will include the US, Canada and Mexico. Gary Brenner, who was responsible for Algatech’s business development […]

The global astaxanthin market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 8.02% to reach a value of US$ 814.1 million by 2022. The expanding end use applications of astaxanthin, rising awareness about nutraceuticals and the growing demand for antioxidants in human and animal nutrition are some of the main drivers for the growth of […]

Lycored has partnered with Algatechnologies to market and distribute AstaPure natural astaxanthin in North America in the form of vegan beadlets. In this beadlet form, astaxanthin can be used both as a dietary supplement and added to food and beverages. The microencapsulation technology of Lycored will help in developing the astaxanthin market in North America. […]

Icelandic microalgae player Algalif has announced that it has received novel food certification from European Commission for its astaxanthin product. The company’s Astalif ingredient exceeds all requirements for an ingredient in food supplements and is consistent with the current uses of astaxanthin rich oleoresins from microalgae. The approval allows the ingredient to be sold in […]

Global astaxanthin market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 8.02% from 2017 to reach a value of US$ 814.1 million by 2022. The market is directly influenced by increase in demand towards healthy and wholesome diets. The animal feed segment occupied a major share of astaxanthin market in 2016. Based on the method […]