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10% Sun
Lycopene 10% SUN is a slightly soluble, red suspension of micronized crystals of lycopene dispersed in sunflower oil with dl-α-tocopherol added for antioxidant benefits.
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- Manufacturer: Divis Laboratories
- Product Line: Divis Nutraceuticals
- Product: Divis Lycopene
- Industries: Food & Beverage
- Authorized Countries: Canada | Mexico | United States
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Overview
Lycopene 10% SUN is a slightly soluble lutein suspension recommended for use in dietary supplements. In the EU, it can be used as a food color or nutritional ingredient while in the US it can only be used as an ingredient for use under dietary supplement regulations. It exhibits excellent uniformity, consistent color, and superior stability in both liquid and dry applications. Lycopene is a nature identical carotenoid compound that occurs naturally in fruits and vegetables.
Sunflower oil, Lycopene USP, dl-alpha-Tocopherol
Specifications
Physical State: Liquid Suspension
Color: Red color
Melting point: -10°C to -18°C (For Melting)
Initial boiling point: 246° C
Flash point: 315°C
Density: 0.90-0.95 g/cm3
Light absorption: Max. absorption at 468—472 nm in cyclohexane
Lycopene assay: min. 10.0% w/w
Features & Benefits
- Microencapsulated, directly compressible beadlets
- Slightly soluble in oils and fats
- Liquid at 0°C
- Red Carotenoid pigment
- Dispersible in water, results in a yellow to orange color
- Powerful antioxidant
- May be helpful in supporting cardiovascular, prostate and skin health
- Excellent uniformity
- Superior stability in both liquid and dry applications
- Consistent color shade in food preparations
- Beadlets for easy handling and direct compressibility
- Offers direct compressibility with out oil extrusion and discoloration of tablets
- GMO free
- Kosher/Halal
- No known allergen
- BSE/TSE free
- Vegetarian
- Gluten free
Applications
Dietary supplement fortification
Colorification in the EU
Single and multivitamin tablets
Nutritional ingredient
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