High Quality 5% Astaxanthin Oil
What is Astaxanthin Oil?
Astaxanthin oil is a functional oil product extracted from natural organisms rich in astaxanthin and dissolved in base plant oils. It is not a single compound, but a mixture with astaxanthin as its core active ingredient.

Core Active Ingredient: Astaxanthin, chemical formula C40H52O4.
Why Choose YTBIO Astaxanthin Oil?
We own our factory with over 12 years of experience supplying natural microalgae‑derived raw materials for functional food and dietary supplement industry. Our full production line holds complete international certifications: cGMP, FSSC22000, BRC, HACCP, HALAL, KOSHER, ISO9001 & ISO22000, fully compliant with global health product safety standards.
Our Astaxanthin Oil is obtained from Haematococcus pluvialis microalgae via supercritical CO₂ extraction technology. Customizable specifications: 5%, 10% natural astaxanthin oleoresin oil. Deep red‑orange oily liquid, stable batch‑to‑batch active content.

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Test Item |
Enterprise Standard |
Customer Requirement |
Test Result |
Test Method |
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Appearance |
Dark red viscous liquid |
Consistent |
Consistent |
Visual inspection |
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Total Astaxanthin Content |
≥2.0% |
5.0% |
5.0% |
HPLC |
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Moisture and Volatiles |
≤6.0% |
<6.0% |
0.25% |
GB 5009.236 |
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Lead |
≤0.8 ppm |
<0.8 ppm |
Consistent |
GB 5009.12 |
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Total Aerobic Bacterial Count |
≤1000 CFU/g |
<1000 CFU/g |
Consistent |
GB 4789.2 |
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Molds and Yeasts |
≤300 CFU/g |
<100 CFU/g |
Consistent |
GB 4789.15 |
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Coliforms |
≤20 CFU/g |
<20 CFU/g |
Consistent |
GB 4789.3 |
Efficacy Analysis of Astaxanthin Oil
The core value of astaxanthin oil lies in its high content of natural astaxanthin. Regarded as the most potent natural antioxidant discovered to date, astaxanthin boasts antioxidant capabilities that far surpass those of Vitamin C, Vitamin E, beta-carotene, and Coenzyme Q10. Thanks to its unique molecular structure, it stably embeds itself within cell membranes, providing comprehensive protection from the inside out. Its primary benefits can be summarized as follows:
I. Antioxidant Action and Cellular Protection (Core Benefit)
Highly efficient free radical scavenger: Known as the "King of Antioxidants," it possesses exceptional ability to neutralize free radicals and effectively interrupt free radical chain reactions. Protection of biological macromolecules: Directly safeguards cell membranes, mitochondrial membranes, DNA, and RNA against oxidative damage, maintaining normal cellular function and integrity. Mitigation of oxidative stress: Systematically lowers oxidative stress levels within the body, serving as the foundation for its various derived health benefits.
II. Skin Health and Anti-Aging Beauty
Defense against photo-aging: Effectively combats UV-induced skin damage and reduces the formation of wrinkles and dark spots; often referred to as "oral sunscreen." Skin texture improvement: Enhances skin elasticity, moisture retention, and radiance; helps repair wrinkles and dark circles caused by oxidative damage. Anti-inflammatory and repair: Alleviates skin inflammation and aids in repairing the skin barrier.
III. Cardiovascular Health Support
Vascular protection: Inhibits the oxidation of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) into harmful oxidized LDL (Ox-LDL), a critical step in preventing atherosclerosis. Lipid profile improvement: Significantly boosts levels of high-density lipoprotein (HDL) and adiponectin, facilitating reverse cholesterol transport and stabilizing arterial plaques. Blood flow improvement: Combined effects help reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases (such as coronary heart disease and cerebral infarction).
IV. Eye and Nervous System Protection
Vision protection: As the only carotenoid capable of crossing the blood-retinal barrier, it provides antioxidant protection to the retina and macula, delaying the progression of age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and other eye disorders. Brain Health and Protection: It can cross the blood-brain barrier to protect the central nervous system and shows potential in ameliorating ischemia-reperfusion injury, Alzheimer's disease, and Parkinson's disease.
V. Anti-inflammatory and Immunomodulatory Effects
Natural Anti-inflammatory Action: It effectively inhibits various inflammatory factors (such as prostaglandin E); its anti-inflammatory efficacy rivals that of certain drugs but lacks the side effects associated with hormonal medications, earning it the reputation of a "hormone without side effects." Immune Enhancement: It significantly promotes antibody production, boosts immune cell activity, and enhances both humoral and cellular immune functions. Pathogen Inhibition: Research indicates it inhibits *Helicobacter pylori* and other pathogens, while also aiding in the repair of associated gastric damage.
VI. Exercise and Physical Performance Enhancement
Fatigue Relief: It reduces the generation of free radicals during exercise, thereby alleviating post-exercise muscle soreness (delayed onset muscle soreness) and lactic acid accumulation. Endurance Enhancement: It improves energy metabolism, boosts muscle strength and endurance, and accelerates physical recovery.|
VII. Other Potential Health Benefits
Metabolic Support: Through its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, it may help improve conditions such as gout (by reducing purine production) and diabetic complications.
Main Applications of Astaxanthin Oil:
Astaxanthin oil is a multifunctional natural extract with the super antioxidant astaxanthin at its core. Its applications are expanding from high-end cosmetics and health foods.
High-End Skincare and Cosmetics: As a top-tier antioxidant and anti-aging ingredient, it is added to serums, creams, and sunscreens for anti-wrinkle, brightening, repair, and photoprotection.
Dietary Supplements and Health Foods: Formulated into soft capsules or oral oils, it serves as a nutritional supplement to enhance immunity, protect the cardiovascular system, maintain joint health, relieve exercise fatigue, protect vision, and promote brain health. This is its primary form of consumption.
Functional Foods and Beverages: As a natural pigment and fortifier, it is added to health drinks, candies, etc., to provide antioxidant value.
Foods for Special Medical Purposes: Used under medical guidance for nutritional support in specific populations (such as patients with neurodegenerative diseases or chronic inflammation).
Premium Pet Nutritional Supplements: Used in pet food to enhance pets' immunity, improve coat color, and joint health.

A Production Process for Astaxanthin Oil:
Large-scale cultivation of Haematococcus pluvialis → Haematococcus pluvialis liquid → Harvesting → Washing (removal of cells smaller than 25µm) → Concentration → Concentrated algal liquid → High-pressure homogenization and cell wall disruption → Supercritical extraction → Filtration → Concentration → Quality testing (moisture, content, microorganisms, protein, etc.) → Third-party testing (heavy metals, etc.) → Canning (aluminum cans) → Finished astaxanthin oil (net weight 5kg/can) → Storage (store at 4℃ or below, protected from light)
FAQ
Q: Can astaxanthin oil be mixed into water-based system directly?
A: It is oil-soluble and cannot dissolve in water. Emulsifier system is required if applying in water-based products.
Q: What is the difference between natural algae‑source and synthetic astaxanthin oil?
A: Natural astaxanthin exists in esterified form with better biological activity; synthetic type is free-form, please select according to target market regulation requirements.
Q: Can you provide customized specifications?
A: Yes, different astaxanthin content and carrier oil system can be adjusted according to customer requirements.
Q: Why must this product avoid light and oxygen?
A: Astaxanthin belongs to carotenoid substance, sensitive to light, high temperature and oxygen. Improper storage will cause color fading and activity loss.
Q: What key quality indexes are under strict control?
A: Astaxanthin content, peroxide value, residual solvent, heavy metals and microbial items are strictly controlled to meet food‑grade raw material standards.
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