axapearls 5 - 20 g sample

axapearls™ 5 is a premium microencapsulated natural astaxanthin powder containing astaxanthin-rich oleoresin from Haematococcus pluvialis in an ethylcellulose film-forming matrix, designed for use in food supplements and cosmetics.

The microencapsulated powder contains ≥5% natural astaxanthin, extracted from Haematococcus pluvialis using solvent-free supercritical CO₂ extraction. Its acomposition consists of 50% ethylcellulose and 50% astaxanthin-rich oleoresin, with 1% mixed tocopherols (Nutrabiol® T70) as a process additive. Vegan, GMO-free, allergen-free and non-irradiated.

Suitable for food supplement or cosmetic applications. Recommended use: dose level should be determined according to applicable local regulations. Storage: store at ≤8°C with relative humidity below 65% in the unopened original packaging. Once opened, keep cool and protected from light and preferably use within 2 months, or repackage free of oxygen and light to maintain the original best-before date.

Available format:

  • Bulk:  air-tight laminated aluminium bags, packed in a cardboard box. 
Regular price €50,00 EUR
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Specs

Microencapsulated powder with ≥5% natural astaxanthin.

Key Features

  • Advanced Microencapsulation

The advanced technology encapsulates natural astaxanthin into uniform microcapsules, protecting it from heat, light, oxygen, and moisture during processing and storage while maintaining ingredient integrity.

  • Controlled Release & Enhanced Stability

Designed to release astaxanthin in the small intestine, axapearls™ 5 helps maximize ingredient availability while providing excellent formulation stability for a wide range of food and supplement applications.

  • Free-Flowing Powder

Handles cleanly in dosing and blending equipment, with a mean particle size below 100 µm.

Application

  • Functional Foods & Dairy

Integrates seamlessly into dairy products, chocolate, ice cream, cereals, and plant-based foods, adding natural astaxanthin without compromising product quality or processing performance.

  • Functional Beverages & Smoothies

Designed for juices, smoothies, and powdered drink mixes, enabling manufacturers to develop antioxidant-enriched beverages with excellent ingredient stability.

  • Sports Nutrition

Perfect for protein powders, recovery drinks, energy bars, and other sports nutrition products requiring a stable, premium antioxidant ingredient.

  • Sachets & Stick Packs

Suitable for convenient single-serve formats, including stick packs and sachets, supporting innovative on-the-go nutraceutical and wellness products.

Packaging

24-month shelf life in the original aluminium bag, stored ≤25°C at <65% relative humidity.

axapearls 5 - 20 g sample

axapearls 5 - 20 g sample

Don’t take it from us

Incorporating axabio’s astaxanthin into our DNA-based skincare line has boosted our product effectiveness. The quality is top-notch & the access to scientific data helps us validate our claims.

Barbara Geusens
Founder of NOMIGE

Don’t take it from us

Incorporating axabio’s astaxanthin into our DNA-based skincare line has boosted our product effectiveness. The quality is top-notch & the access to scientific data helps us validate our claims.

Barbara Geusens
Founder of NOMIGE

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