Lycopene Oil Suspension is a dark red to purplish-red oily liquid prepared by mixing lycopene from Blakeslea trispora with vegetable oil. The product is widely used as a colorant and fortifier in functional food, beverages, dietary supplements, cosmetics, and pet food.

HSF Biotech is the ISO22000 Qualified Manufacturer for Natural Color Products. Our lycopene is obtained from Blakeslea trispora through the fermentation phase using the two sexual mating types of the fungus in specific proportions, and the extraction and recovery phase involving solvent extraction.

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Ingredients Sheet

Ingredients	Composition
Lycopene	≥ 10.0%
Sunflower Seed Oil	≤ 90.0%
Vitamin E	≤ 5.0%

Specification

Analytical Quality
Appearance	Dark red liquid to purplish-red Oil
Lycopene Content	≥30%
Loss on Drying	≤0.5%
Ash Content	≤0.5%
Contaminant
Lead (Pb)	≤ 1.0ppm
Arsenic (As)	≤ 1.0ppm
Cadmium(Cd)	≤ 1.0ppm
Mercury(Hg)	≤ 0.1ppm
Microbiological
Total Aerobic Microbial Count	≤ 1000cfu/g
Total Yeasts and Molds Count	≤ 100cfu/g
E. coli	Negative/10g
Salmonella	Negative
Staphylococcus aureus	Negative

Flow Chart

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Application

Lycopene suspension can be applied in various ways for different purposes. Here are some common applications of lycopene suspension:

Dietary supplement: Lycopene suspension is often consumed as a dietary supplement for its antioxidant properties. It can be taken orally in liquid form, usually as a few drops or teaspoons added to water, juice, or food.
Skin health: Lycopene has been shown to have potential benefits for skin health. It can be applied topically in the form of a lycopene suspension to reduce oxidative damage caused by UV radiation, improve skin texture, and enhance the overall appearance of the skin.
Eye health: Lycopene has been linked to eye health benefits, particularly for protecting against age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and cataracts. Lycopene suspension can be consumed orally as a supplement to support eye health.
Prostate health: Lycopene has been studied for its potential role in promoting prostate health. It may help reduce the risk of prostate cancer and alleviate symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Lycopene suspension can be taken orally to support prostate health.
Culinary use: Lycopene suspension can be added to various culinary preparations to enhance their nutritional value. It can be mixed into salad dressings, added to sauces or soups, or used as a cooking oil for a boost of lycopene content in meals.

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Package and Storage

Storage

The product can be stored for 24 months in cool and dry place in the unopened original container. It shall be stored in tightly closed containers in cool and dry place, and protected from heat, light, moisture and oxygen.

Package

Packed in 1kg or 10kg aluminum can, 20kg per carton.

Packaging