Beta Carotene – Natural Pigment & Provitamin A for Industrial Formulations
Beta carotene is a widely adopted natural carotenoid used across food, beverage, and nutraceutical applications, offering both coloration and nutritional functionality.
Key Product Features:
Natural Color Spectrum: Delivers yellow-to-orange-to-red shades, replacing synthetic dyes (Yellow #5/#6) in clean-label formulations. Compatible with oil, water-dispersible, and emulsion systems.
Provitamin A Activity: Converts to vitamin A only as needed, avoiding toxicity risks associated with preformed retinol-ideal for fortification and daily supplements.
Antioxidant Protection: Conjugated double-bond structure provides free-radical scavenging, contributing to formulation stability.
All-Trans Isomer: Our process preserves the biologically most available form, ensuring batch-to-batch consistency in bioavailability.
Available Formats:
Spray-dried powders
Encapsulated beadlets (starch/gelatin/oil carriers)
Oil suspensions
Formats are oxidation-protected and engineered for easy dispersibility in dry blends, liquids, and fat-based systems.
Customization: Particle size, density, and carrier systems can be tailored to your processing needs (compression, granulation, premixes). Stability data and formulation support available.
Regulatory: Meets FCC, USP, and EU standards. Non-GMO and organic options available upon request.
Usage Note: For products targeting smokers or heavy drinkers, keep beta carotene below 20 mg per daily serving per safety literature. Typical levels (2–10 mg/day) are safe for general use.
Specification: 1% – 98% (standardized powder, typically 10%, 20%, 30%, or 96% assay)
Sample: Sample Available
Test method: HPLC / UV-Vis Spectrophotometry
Synonyms: β-Carotene, Provitamin A, Carotenoid pigment, All-trans-beta-carotene
MOQ: 1 KG | Package: 1kg/foil bag, 25kgs/drum
Certificate: HACCP, ISO 22000, HALAL, GMP, Kosher
Molecular Formula: C₄₀H₅₆ | CAS: 7235-40-7
Product Characteristics
Appearance
Assay Range
Solubility
Particle Size
All-Trans Isomer
GMP Manufacturing
Benefits of Beta Carotene Powder
01 Provitamin A – Controlled Conversion for Safe Fortification
Beta carotene converts to vitamin A (retinol) on a demand-driven basis, eliminating the risk of hypervitaminosis A associated with preformed retinol. This makes it the preferred choice for mass fortification programs and daily-use supplements where safety margins are critical.
02 Vision Health Support – Formulation Benefit
As the physiological precursor to rhodopsin, beta carotene supports ocular health through vitamin A–mediated pathways. Clinical associations indicate potential benefits in reducing age-related macular degeneration (AMD) risk-a value-add claim applicable to eye health product lines.
03 Oxidative Stability & Antioxidant Functionality
Acts as a highly effective singlet oxygen quencher, protecting lipid-rich matrices and sensitive ingredients from oxidative degradation. Compatible with synergistic antioxidant systems (vitamins E and C), enhancing overall formulation stability and shelf-life performance.
04 Immune Health – Foundational Nutrient
Supports epithelial barrier integrity (skin, GI, respiratory) and immune cell function via its vitamin A activity. A core building block for immunity-focused supplement blends and functional food applications.
05 Clean-Label Natural Colorant
Delivers a warm yellow-to-deep orange-red spectrum using a single-ingredient declaration. Provides a straightforward replacement for synthetic dyes (Yellow #5, Yellow #6), aligning with consumer demand for transparent, recognizable labels.
06 Broad Format Portfolio & Customizable Specifications
Available in water-dispersible and oil-dispersible variants to suit diverse manufacturing processes-tableting, encapsulation, beverage emulsions, topical formulations, and feed premixes. Concentration ranges from 1% to 98%, with particle size and carrier systems customizable to your production requirements.
Application Fields
Dietary Supplements (Hero Application): Multivitamins, eye health formulas (with lutein, zeaxanthin), immune support capsules (with vitamin C, zinc), skin health / anti‑aging supplements (with collagen, vitamin E), gummies and chewables.
Functional Foods & Beverages: Fortified beverages (fruit juices, sports drinks), yogurts and dairy, baked goods, soups and sauces.
Cosmetics: Skincare products (face masks, serums, creams), color cosmetics (lip balms, lipsticks, bronzers).
Animal Nutrition: Feed additives for poultry, aquaculture, and cattle (enhances egg yolk color, skin, and meat).
OEM Finished Products: Multivitamin gummies, eye health capsules, immune support capsules, anti‑aging serum, fortified orange juice powder, energy drink mix - full custom manufacturing available.
Production Process
Process: Natural source (algae/palm) extraction → purification → blending with carriers (starch/gelatin) + antioxidants → emulsification → spray drying → milling → sieving → light‑protected packaging.
Product Quality Advantage
HPLC Verified Assay – Accurate potency (1% – 98%).
All-Trans Isomer Preserved – Maximum provitamin A activity.
Microencapsulated Stability – Protected against oxidation, light, heat.
Versatile Formats – Water‑dispersible or oil‑dispersible.
Clean Label Options – Natural, non‑GMO, plant‑based.
cGMP Certified – Full traceability and documentation.
Annual Capacity: 1,500 Tons | 15+ years of natural ingredient expertise
Professional ODM/OEM Services
We provide full OEM/ODM manufacturing for finished products using Beta Carotene as a key ingredient.
① Finished Dosage Forms
Capsules & Tablets: Any size, fill weight, custom colors.
Gummies & Chewables: With natural fruit flavors.
Powder Blends: Stick packs, tubs, sachets.
RTD Beverages: Fortified with beta carotene for natural color and nutrition.
Cosmetic Formulations: Creams, serums, masks.
Animal Feed Premixes: For poultry, aquaculture, cattle.
② Custom Options
Custom concentrations (1% – 98%), custom carrier selection (water‑dispersible or oil‑dispersible), flavor development, stability testing.
③ Additional Services
Third‑party certification (Kosher, HALAL, Organic, Non‑GMO), regulatory documentation (EU, US, China, Japan compliance).
Export Certificates
Why choose us
XI'AN LANDNUTRA CO., LTD. – Your Trusted Manufacturer of Antioxidant & Functional Ingredients. Rooted in Quality, Driven by Expertise, Committed to Health and Excellence.
Strong Production Capability: Annual capacity 1,500 tons. 15+ years experience, own facility.
Leading Service: ONE-STOP OEM/ODM from pre-sales to after-sales.
Quality Assurance: CQC-certified enterprise, purity embedded in every process.
Broad Market: Botanical Extracts, Cosmetic Ingredients, Functional Ingredients.
15+ years of manufacturing natural ingredients. cGMP‑certified facilities. Full in‑house OEM/ODM capabilities for supplements, beverages, and cosmetics. Regulatory documentation for global markets. Batch‑specific COA including assay (HPLC), heavy metals, microbiological limits, and particle size. Technical support for formulation and stability.
FAQ
| Test Item | Specification (10% Standard Grade) | Test Result | Conclusion |
|---|---|---|---|
| Appearance | Orange to red-orange fine powder | Conforms | Pass |
| Assay (β-Carotene, HPLC) | ≥10.0% | 10.26% | Pass |
| Loss on Drying | ≤5.0% | 3.20% | Pass |
| Ash Content | ≤5.0% | 2.40% | Pass |
| Particle Size | ≥95% pass 80 mesh | Conforms | Pass |
| Lead (Pb) | ≤2 ppm | <0.5 ppm | Pass |
| Arsenic (As) | ≤1 ppm | <0.3 ppm | Pass |
| Cadmium (Cd) | ≤1 ppm | <0.1 ppm | Pass |
| Total Plate Count | ≤1,000 cfu/g | <100 cfu/g | Pass |
| E. Coli / Salmonella | Negative | Negative | Pass |
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