Beadlets and oil suspension (Patent #7,297,803)

Product Specifications

Source: Marigold oleoresin

Appearance:Reddish waxy powder

Solubility:Insoluble in water, slightly soluble in ethanol, soluble in hexane, ethyl acetate and other hydrocarbon solvents

Quantitative Analysis:Spectrophotometry

λ Maximum (nm):445nm in hexane

Assay:Not less than 75 % lutein esters and related carotenoids

Heavy Metals:<10ppm

Pesticide Residues:None detected (organochlorine, organophosphorus): None detected

Total Plate Count:Min <10cfu/g Max 100cfu/g

Yeast and Mold:Min <10cfg/g Max 10cfu/g

Storage: Store in original packaging between 10-25oC and protect from light, heat and moisture.

Shelf-life:Shelf-life is over 12months when stored unopened as specified.

Use:Suitable for micro-encapsulation or dispersion in oil

 

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