High Quality Canthaxanthin CAS 514-78-3 With Good Price User Guide

Table of Contents

• 1. Basic Information and Parameters
• 2. Product Uses
• 3. Product Usage
• 4. Product Use Case Studies
• 5. Contact Information

1. Basic Information and Parameters

Canthaxanthin (CAS No. 514 - 78 - 3) is a keto - carotenoid. It is a deep red crystalline powder. The chemical formula of canthaxanthin is C₄₀H₅₂O₂, with a molecular weight of approximately 564.84 g/mol. It is insoluble in water but soluble in organic solvents such as chloroform, benzene, and acetone. High - quality canthaxanthin is characterized by its high purity and stability. Our canthaxanthin product is produced under strict quality control standards to ensure consistent quality and performance.

2. Product Uses

2.1. Animal Feed Industry

Canthaxanthin is widely used in the animal feed industry. In poultry, it can be added to chicken feed to enhance the color of egg yolks and the skin and shanks of broilers. This gives the eggs and chicken a more appealing appearance to consumers. In aquaculture, it is used to color the flesh of fish such as salmon and trout, making it more similar to the natural wild - caught fish in color, which is highly valued in the market.

2.2. Cosmetics Industry

Due to its antioxidant properties, canthaxanthin is used in some high - end cosmetics. It can help protect the skin from oxidative damage caused by free radicals, thus delaying skin aging. It can also be used in some color cosmetics to provide a natural - looking color.

2.3. Food Industry

In the food industry, canthaxanthin can be used as a colorant. It can be added to some dairy products, beverages, and confectionery to enhance their color and make them more visually appealing.

3. Product Usage

3.1. In Animal Feed

When using canthaxanthin in animal feed, it should be uniformly mixed with other feed ingredients. The dosage depends on the type of animal and the desired coloring effect. For example, in poultry feed, the recommended dosage is usually in the range of 5 - 25 mg/kg of feed. In aquaculture, the dosage for salmonid fish is typically 10 - 40 mg/kg of feed. It is important to ensure proper mixing to avoid uneven coloring.

3.2. In Cosmetics

For cosmetic formulations, canthaxanthin should be dissolved in suitable solvents or incorporated into emulsions. The concentration used in cosmetics usually ranges from 0.01% - 0.1% depending on the specific product and its intended use. It should be added under appropriate temperature and agitation conditions to ensure uniform dispersion.

3.3. In Food

In food applications, canthaxanthin is usually added in the form of a solution or suspension. The dosage is strictly regulated by food safety standards. It is necessary to ensure that the addition meets the legal requirements and that the canthaxanthin is evenly distributed in the food product.

4. Product Use Case Studies

4.1. Poultry Farm Case

A poultry farm in the Midwest of the United States started using our canthaxanthin in their chicken feed. Before using canthaxanthin, the egg yolks had a pale color, which was less attractive to consumers. After adding 15 mg/kg of canthaxanthin to the feed, within two weeks, the color of the egg yolks became significantly deeper. This led to an increase in the market price of their eggs by 10%. The farm also noticed that the chickens' skin and shanks became more vibrant in color, which further improved the overall appearance of their broilers.

4.2. Aquaculture Case

A salmon farm in Norway was facing the problem of the pale color of their farmed salmon. They started using our canthaxanthin at a dosage of 25 mg/kg of feed. After a period of 8 weeks, the flesh color of the salmon became very similar to that of wild - caught salmon. This improvement in color made their salmon more competitive in the market, resulting in an increase in sales volume by 15%.