What is beta-carotene?
Beta-carotene is a natural phytochemical that is a carotenoid. It is a precursor to vitamin A and is found in many vegetables and fruits, especially carrots, pumpkins, beets, and certain green leafy vegetables. Beta-carotene is valued for its powerful antioxidant properties and ability to promote vision health.
As a professional beta-carotene supplier and exporter, GreenSkyBio is committed to providing the highest quality products that meet high standards. Our beta-carotene undergoes strict quality control to ensure that every batch meets your high requirements.
| name | Beta Carotene |
| Exterior | orange to red crystalline powder |
| Attributes | carotenoid, vitamin precursor |
| purity | 10%,20%,97% |
| Product ingredients | Beta-carotene |
| source | Derived from fruits and vegetables, especially carrots and sweet potatoes |
| use | Pro-vitamin A, antioxidant, dietary supplements |
| Test Methods | High performance liquid chromatography (HPLC), UV-visible spectroscopy |
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Sources of β-carotene
Beta-carotene is primarily extracted from fruits and vegetables that are rich in this compound, such as carrots, pumpkins, and beets. These plant sources provide natural forms of beta-carotene.
Production process of β-carotene
Selection of raw materials: Choose natural plants rich in beta-carotene.
Extraction process: Use solvent to extract beta-carotene.
Concentration and drying: Concentrate the extract and then dry it to make powder.
Quality testing: Conduct strict quality control and safety testing.
Packaging and Storage: Ensure product stability during transportation and storage.
Product Specifications
| Project | Specifications |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Orange-red powder |
| Main ingredients | Pure beta-carotene |
| Solubility | Not easily soluble in water, easily soluble in grease and organic solvents |
| Microbiological limits | Total colony count ≤ 1000 CFU/g, mold and yeast ≤ 100 CFU/g |
| Heavy metal content | Pb≤1.0 ppm, As≤1.0 ppm, Hg≤0.1 ppm, Cd≤1.0 ppm |
| Moisture content | Not more than 5.0% |
| Ash content | Not more than 5.0% |
| Storage conditions | Store in a dry, cool place, away from direct sunlight |
| Shelf life | 24 months |
Features
Antioxidant: Beta-carotene is a powerful antioxidant that helps protect cells from free radical damage.
Supports Vision Health: As a precursor to vitamin A, essential for maintaining good vision.
Improves Skin Health: Helps protect skin from damage from UV rays and environmental pollution.
Enhance immunity: It has a positive effect on improving the body's resistance.
Detailed explanation of functional features
| Features | Description |
|---|---|
| Antioxidant effect | Beta-carotene neutralizes free radicals and protects body cells from oxidative damage. |
| Support vision health | As a precursor of vitamin A, it is essential for maintaining healthy vision. |
| Improve skin health | Helps protect skin from UV rays and promotes healthy skin. |
| Enhance immunity | Improve the body's resistance and enhance immune system function. |
Benefits of beta-carotene
Powerful antioxidant effect: protects the body from oxidative stress.
Supports Vision Health: Helps prevent night blindness and other vision problems.
PROMOTES SKIN HEALTH: Protects skin from UV damage and promotes skin health and youthfulness.
Improves immunity: Strengthens the body's natural defense mechanisms.
Application areas
Health Supplement: Serves as an antioxidant and key ingredient in vision protection supplements.
Food and Beverages: Used as natural colorants to enhance the nutritional value and visual appeal of foods.
Cosmetics: Used in skin care products to take advantage of its antioxidant and skin-protective properties.
Contact information
As a professional supplier and exporter of beta-carotene, GreenSkyBio's products have passed certifications including CNAS, Kosher, ISO 9001, etc. to ensure the highest quality standards. Our facilities follow strict manufacturing specifications, guaranteeing superior quality in every batch.
Whether you are a manufacturer, supplier, exporter, importer, distributor, wholesaler or retailer, we can provide you with high-quality beta-carotene to suit your needs.
Product names in different countries
China: β-胡萝卜素
India: बीटा-कैरोटीन
US/English: Beta-carotene
Germany: Beta-Carotin
Italy: Beta-carotene
Japan: β-カロテン
France: Bêta-carotène
UK: Beta-carotene
Russia: Бета-каротин
Canada: Beta-carotene
