Zeaxanthin Beadlet 5% TAB consists of yellow to brownish-yellow free-flowing beadlets, with few
white spots of food starch. The microencapsulated beadlets are manufactured with advanced
spray and starch-catching drying technology. The individual particles containing zeaxanthin are
finely dispersed in the matrix of gelatin and sucrose, coated with corn starch.
Product Identification
Synonym (3R, 3’R)-beta, beta-Carotene-3, 3’-diol
CAS No. 144-68-3
EINECS No. 205-636-4
INCI name Zeaxanthin
Chemical Formula: C40H56O2 Molecular Weight: 568.88
Specifications
Description yellow to brownish-yellow free-flowing beadlets, with white spots of food starch
Loss on drying ≤8.0%
Heavy metals (as Pb) ≤0.001%
Arsenic ≤0.0003%
Pb* ≤0.0002%
Hg* ≤0.00001%
Cd* ≤0.0001%
Assay ≥5.0%
Particle size 100% through sieve No.20
85% through sieve No.40
15% through sieve No.100
Microbial tests
Aerobic bacterial count ≤1000 cfu/g
Fungi and yeast ≤100 cfu/g
Coliform bacteria <30 MPN/100g
Salmonella* N.D.
Staphylococcus aureus* N.D.
* Perform the tests regularly
Compendial requirements
The Zeaxanthin used in this form meets all requirements of the relevant monographs of JECFA
when tested according to these compendia.
Storage and Stability
The product may be stored for 36 months from the date of manufacture in the unopened original
container and at room temperature.
It should be protected from light, heat, oxygen and moisture. Keep the container tightly closed.
Once opened, use contents quickly.
Uses
Suitable for manufacturing tablets and hard-shell capsules.
Safety
This product is safe for the intended use. Avoid ingestion, inhalation of dust or direct contact by
applying suitable protective measures and personal hygiene.
See Material Safety Data Sheet for full safety information.
The country of origin
China