Description
Technical & Manufacturing Relevance:
Provitamin A converted by the body to retinol as needed, reducing risk of hypervitaminosis A
Potent antioxidant, quenches singlet oxygen and supports cellular protection
Supports vision, immune function, skin health, and mucosal integrity
Widely used for vitamin A fortification, antioxidant blends, and natural color enhancement
Safer alternative to preformed vitamin A for long-term supplementation
Highly oxidation- and light-sensitive; supplied as stabilized beadlets, CWS dispersions, or oil suspensions
Compatible with vitamins C & E (synergistic antioxidant system), zinc, selenium, and lipids
Applicable Dosage Forms:
Tablets and capsules (beadlets)
Softgels (oil suspensions)
Powders, granules, and sachets
Multivitamin–mineral premixes
Fortified foods and nutritional beverages
Cosmetic-nutrition formulations
Pharmacopoeial / Quality Notes:
Available in grades compliant or aligned with USP / EP / BP / IP / FCC (beta-carotene monographs apply by form)
Orange to reddish-orange powder or dispersion
Practically insoluble in water; soluble in oils and organic solvents
Sensitive to light, heat, and oxygen; antioxidant protection and light-resistant packaging required
Manufactured in GMP-certified facilities with validated potency testing (HPLC)
Animal-Origin Declaration:
Non-animal origin (synthetic or plant/algal-derived)
BSE/TSE free; vegan-suitable grades available
Non-GMO options available (grade dependent)
Manufacturing Support:
Supplied with COA, SDS/MSDS, TDS, potency conversion sheet (µg RAE), and origin declaration
Technical support for stabilization strategy, blend uniformity, and label claim compliance
Regulatory and documentation support available for global resale, export, and international distribution
Suitable for pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, food supplement, and food-fortification manufacturing worldwide, subject to local regulatory approvals
Important Note:
Beta-carotene is a safer provitamin A source with antioxidant benefits. Final dosage and claims must comply with country-specific vitamin A (RAE) guidelines and food-additive regulations (where applicable) to ensure safe global distribution.
