Divi's Nutraceuticals Beta-Carotene 20% DC

Identification & Functionality

Country of Origin

India

Ingredient Name

Beta-Carotene

Vitamin Type

Vitamin A

Food Ingredients Functions

Antioxidant,

Vitamin Source

Pharma & Nutraceuticals Functions

Antioxidant,

Vitamin Source

Ingredients

Beta-Carotene

Food Additive Number

E 160a, INS 160a

Technologies

Food Ingredients,

Pharmaceuticals & Nutraceuticals

Product Families

Pharmaceuticals & Nutraceuticals — Nutraceuticals & Supplements

Antioxidants,

Supplements & Functional Ingredients,

Vitamins

Food Ingredients — Nutrition & Fortification

Antioxidants,

Functional Ingredients,

Vitamins

Features & Benefits

Benefit Claims (Health)

Antioxidant Properties

Labeling Claims

Allergen-free,

BSE-free,

GMO-free,

Gluten-free,

TSE-free

Food Ingredients Features

Antioxidant Properties

Product Highlights

Beta-carotene is a carotenoid found in many plants such as green leafy and yellow plants. It is a fat-soluble, yellow-orange pigment that serves as a strong antioxidant and a source of vitamin A. Its two major functions are:

Fortification: Beta-carotene is a provitamin A, a precursor to the production of vitamin A in the body, and as such a safe source of vitamin A. It supports immune function, eye, skin and cardiovascular health. It also demonstrates strong antioxidant properties.

Coloration: Beta-carotene is used as healthy color.

Product Benefits

Divi’s Beta-Carotene offers superior performance in many applications:

Excellent uniformity

Superior stability in both liquid and dry applications

pH stability from 3 to 7

Applications & Uses

Markets

Food & Nutrition,

Healthcare & Pharma

Applications

Healthcare & Pharma — Drug Delivery & Care Solutions

Oral

Food & Nutrition — Nutrition & Well Being

Nutraceuticals & Supplements

Dosage Form

Capsules,

Tablets

Food & Nutrition Applications

Dietary Supplements

Divi’s Beta-Carotene Applications

Supplements: Tablets, Effervescent tablets, Powders, Hard-shell capsules, Soft-gelatin capsules, Gummies

Beverages: Fruit juices, Vegetable juices, Smoothies, Soft drinks, Energy drinks, Sports drinks, Flavored water, Powdered drinks

Dairy: Yogurt, Yogurt smoothies, Cheese, Buttercream, Whipped topping

Bakery: Croissants, Cakes, Rolls, Cookies, Fruit filling, Bread

Confectionary: Gummies, Hard candies, Glazes

Frozen Desserts: Ice cream, Low-fat ice cream, Water ice, Frozen dairy desserts

Fats/ Oils: Margarines, Oil spreads, Oils, UHT oils

Savory: Soups, Crakers, Pasta, Sausages, Chips

Product Applications

Fortification

Tablets/ Hard shell caps

Properties

Physical Form

Beads,

Solid

Typical Properties

	Value	Units	Test Method / Conditions
Retest Date	36.0	Months	—

Regulatory & Compliance

Certifications & Compliance

EU Compliant,

FDA Compliant,

FSSC 22000,

GMP,

Gluten-free,

Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP),

ISO 14001,

ISO 9001,

OHSAS,

SEDEX Approved

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type

Bags,

Boxes

Standard Packaging Size

4 x 5 kg Alu Bags in Box

25 kg Alu Bag in Box