Microencapsulation beadlets
axabeads™ & axapearls™ are microencapsulated natural astaxanthin for tablets, capsules and sports nutrition.
Free flowing for Manufacturing Efficiency
axabeads™ & axapearls™ are both free-flowing powder suited to high-speed capsule and tablet lines without special handling equipment.
Highest Purity
Undetectable heavy metals and supercritical CO₂ extraction
Consistent Size, Predictable Formulation
manufactured to a tight, tested particle-size distribution so dispersion behaviour is consistent batch to batch
Precise Dosing Control
Available at 3% and 5% astaxanthin concentration
24 Months Stability
Sealed aluminium bags with an inert atmosphere protect against oxidation and light
Discover our axabeads™ and axapearls™,
the purest natural astaxanthin in a micro-encapsulated powder
Powder
Why choosing micro-encapsulated powder?
Clean, stable & certified
Both axabeads™ and axapearls™ are derived from axapure™ oleoresin, which is a premium natural astaxanthin produced entirely in Belgium, from cultivation to extraction.
Our patented cultivation technology and solvent-free supercritical CO₂ extraction deliver exceptional purity, consistency and traceability for premium formulations
<1% Product Variation: Identical Potency Every Time
Highest Purity, Zero Contaminants: Hlpc 3rd Party Verified
24-Month Shelf Life: Superior Stability Vs. Industry Standard
Fssc 22000 + B-Corp Certified
Choosing axabeads™
axabeads™ is ideal for tablets, capsules and powdered-drink applications requiring direct compression.
Why this option:
withstands high compression pressures and temperatures without oily residue, built specifically for tableting equipment.
Carrier:
AquaCelle® microencapsulation + CPO® compression technology, with a silicon dioxide (E551) flow agent.
Choosing axapearls™?
axapearls™ is ideal for mixing astaxanthin with collagen and protein powders but also for functional food applications.
Why this option:
Ethylcellulose film coating protects the natural astaxanthin core and supports controlled release in the finished dose.
Carrier:
Ethylcellulose.
Complete launch support
Formulation Expertise: Our internal formulator works hands in hands with your R&D
Claims Library: We provide support in substantiating EU EFSA-compliant claims
Dedicated Support: 48h Response Time SLA, Ongoing Partnership
Marketing Assets: Get products photography, ready-made social media content along with white papers
Products
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