Basic Info
  • Grade: Food Grade

    Factory Location: Hangzhou,Zhejiang,China

    Main Sales Markets: North America,Central/South America,Western Europe,Eastern Europe,Australasia,Asia,Middle East,Africa

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  • Delivery Lead Time: 15 working days after getting confirmation of orde

    Sample Provided: yes

    Payment Terms: L/C T/T

    Product Description
    Beta-Carotene Oil Suspension 30% is reddish-brown liquid and manufactured with micronization technology. The micronized beta-carotene crystalloids are evenly dispersed in sunflower oil; Dl-alpha-tocopherol is added as an antioxidant. Gentle warming less than 40° C and thorough mixing before use will homogenize the product.

    Product Identification
    Synonym β , β -carotene
    CAS No. 7235-40-7
    EINECS No. 230-636-6
    INCI name Carotene
    E No. E 160a
    Chemical Structure
    Chemical Formula: C40H56
    Specifications Molecular Weight: 536.85

    Description
    Reddish-brown liquid
    Light absorption
    A
    453~457nm
    Max
    A
    ≤ 0.080
    340nm
    Heavy metals (as Pb)
    ≤ 10 ppm
    Arsenic
    ≤ 3 ppm
    Pb*
    ≤ 2 ppm
    Hg*
    ≤ 0.1 ppm
    Cd*
    ≤ 1 ppm
    Assay
    ≥ 30.0%
    Microbial tests
    Aerobic bacterial count
    ≤ 1000 cfu/g
    Fungi and yeast
    ≤ 100cfu/g
    Coliform bacteria
    <0.3 MPN/g
    Salmonella*
    N. D.
    Staphylococcus aureus*
    N. D.

    Compendial requirements
    The beta-carotene used in this form meets all requirements of the relevant monographs of USP and Ph. Eur. When tested according to these compendia.

    Storage and Stability
    The product may be stored for 24 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
    As a coloring agent and a source of vitamin A for oil-based food such as margarine, edible oil, salad and snacks. Also suitable for manufacturing soft-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

    Package: (5kg× 2)/carton (1kg× 20)/carton

    Compendia/Certification: E160A(II); FCC; USP; PH. Eur.

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