As a premier ingredient for the dietary supplement, food and beverage, and cosmetic industries, Beta-Carotene (CAS No.: 7235-40-7) is a highly sought-after functional pigment and nutritional powerhouse. At Plant Extract Supply, we manufacture and distribute superior-grade Beta-Carotene 1%-96% / Beta Carotene Powder engineered for maximum stability, bioavailability, and formulation compatibility.

Whether you require raw beta-carotene crystals for specialized applications or cold-water-soluble (CWS) microencapsulated beadlets for functional beverages, our strict quality control ensures consistent color, potency, and purity for your B2B manufacturing needs.

Advanced Product Overview & Physical Properties

In its purest form, β-Carotene manifests as a dark red to brown-red crystal or crystalline powder. While naturally occurring beta-carotene is practically insoluble in water and only slightly soluble in cyclohexane, it is inherently sensitive to environmental stressors such as ambient air, heat, and ultraviolet light—especially when suspended in a solution.

To overcome these formulatory challenges, Plant Extract Supply utilizes advanced microencapsulation technology to deliver stable, highly dispersible, and formulation-ready grades. Our microencapsulated beadlet options are explicitly designed to protect the active ingredient, extending the shelf-life of your final consumer products.

β-Carotene CWS Beadlets (10% & 20%)

Our 10% and 20% Beta-Carotene Cold Water Soluble (CWS) Beadlets feature red or reddish-brown free-flowing particles interspersed with microscopic white spots of food starch, which act as a natural anti-caking mechanism.

Manufacturing Technology:
These premium beadlets are produced using state-of-the-art spray drying and starch-catching technology. Individual microscopic particles containing the active Beta-Carotene are evenly dispersed into a protective matrix of modified food starch, then outer-coated with high-grade corn starch. To further ensure oxidative stability and protect the delicate molecular structure from degradation during blending and storage, dl-alpha-tocopherol (Vitamin E) is meticulously incorporated as a synergistic antioxidant.

Comprehensive Industry Applications by Concentration

Selecting the correct concentration of Beta-Carotene Powder is critical for achieving your desired nutritional profile, color intensity, and production economics. Plant Extract Supply provides multiple standardizations optimized for diverse manufacturing sectors:

1% Beta-Carotene Powder

  • Formulation Usage: Engineered for cosmetic and personal care formulations, as well as light food applications requiring a subtle natural colorant and low-dose provitamin A.
  • Industry Applications: Widely utilized in high-end skincare lotions, creams, and serums to promote a healthy dermal barrier and deliver a natural, radiant tint. In the F&B sector, it provides clean-label coloration ranging from pale yellow to light orange without altering the original flavor profile of the product.

10% Beta-Carotene Powder & CWS Beadlets

  • Formulation Usage: The global industry standard for multivitamin complexes, dietary supplements, and functional foods. Delivers a highly bioavailable, moderate dose of provitamin A.
  • Industry Applications: Extensively incorporated into formulas designed for vision support, immune system enhancement, and daily antioxidant protection. The CWS beadlet format is particularly ideal for ready-to-drink (RTD) beverages, effervescent tablets, and nutritional shakes due to its superior dispensability.

20% Beta-Carotene Powder & CWS Beadlets

  • Formulation Usage: Tailored for targeted dietary supplements and professional-grade nutraceuticals demanding concentrated therapeutic dosages or a stronger coloring impact.
  • Industry Applications: Frequently specified by advanced formulators creating UV-protection nutricosmetics, potent immune-defense capsules, and specialized eye-health complexes. Also serves as a vibrant, natural alternative to synthetic orange/red food dyes in baked goods and confectioneries.

30% to 96% Beta-Carotene Powder & Crystals

  • Formulation Usage: The highest commercially available concentrations. 30% powders are deployed in high-potency clinical supplements requiring significant dosing within limited capsule space.
  • Industry Applications: Applied in medical nutrition, specialized health-claim product development, and intense cosmetic pigmenting. The ultra-high purity grades (up to 96% crystals) are primarily utilized in chemical synthesis, reference standardization, and proprietary extraction processes.

Key Health Benefits & Functional Attributes

For nutritional health brands, Beta-Carotene serves as a foundational ingredient anchored by decades of clinical validation:

  • Provitamin A Synthesis: As a critical precursor, the human body naturally and safely converts beta-carotene into Vitamin A (Retinol) exactly as needed, preventing the risk of hypervitaminosis A. This mechanism is essential for maintaining optimal visual acuity, modulating immune function, and facilitating cellular communication.
  • Potent Antioxidant Properties: Functions as a powerful free-radical scavenger, shielding cellular structures from oxidative stress, lipid peroxidation, and environmental damage, thereby supporting cellular longevity.
  • Dermatological & Skin Health: Actively supports tissue repair and enhances natural skin tone. Clinical studies suggest stable beta-carotene supplementation offers baseline photoprotection against UV-induced erythema and environmental photoaging.

Rigorous Technical Specifications & Quality Data

At Plant Extract Supply, we prioritize transparency and technical excellence. Our Beta-Carotene undergoes stringent multi-stage testing to comply with international pharmacopeial standards (USP / Ph.Eur.).

Basic Analysis

  • Assay (HPLC): ≥ 10.0% (for 10% standardization)
  • Appearance & Odor: Red to red-brown free-flowing powder; strictly devoid of foreign objects, foreign matter, and off-odors.
  • Particle Size Distribution:
    • 100% Pass 40 mesh (USP<786> / Ph.Eur.2.9.12)
    • ≥ 80% Pass 80 mesh

Comprehensive Quality & Safety Data

  • Loss on Drying: ≤ 5.0% (USP<731> / Ph.Eur.2.2.32)
  • Total Heavy Metals (as Pb): ≤ 10.00 ppm (USP<231>Ⅱ / Ph.Eur.2.4.8)
  • Lead (Pb): ≤ 2.00 ppm (USP<251> / Ph.Eur.2.4.10)
  • Arsenic (As): ≤ 2.00 ppm (USP<211>Ⅱ / Ph.Eur.2.4.2)
  • Cadmium (Cd): ≤ 1.00 ppm (USP<233>)
  • Mercury (Hg): ≤ 0.10 ppm (USP<233>)

Microbiological Parameters

  • Total Plate Count (TPC): < 1000 cfu/g (USP<2021> / Ph.Eur.2.6.12)
  • Moulds and Yeast: < 100 cfu/g (USP<2021> / Ph.Eur.2.6.12)
  • Escherichia coli (E.Coli): Non-Detected / 10g (USP<2022> / Ph.Eur.2.6.13)
  • Staphylococcus aureus: Non-Detected / 10g (USP<2022> / Ph.Eur.2.6.13)
  • Salmonella: Non-Detected / 25g (USP<2022> / Ph.Eur.2.6.13)

Global Compliance, Certifications & Regulatory Statements

To ensure seamless integration into international nutritional and F&B supply chains, our Beta-Carotene powder comes backed by comprehensive regulatory assurances:

  • GMO Statement: We hereby declare that, to the best of our knowledge, this product is absolutely non-GMO and was not produced from or with any genetically modified plant materials.
  • Impurities & By-Products Statement: This ingredient is strictly manufactured without the use of Parabens, Phthalates, Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs), or harsh industrial Solvents. Complies with international residual solvent limits.
  • Allergen & Gluten-Free Profile: Guaranteed Gluten-Free. Furthermore, the product is 100% free from all primary allergens, including: Peanuts, Tree Nuts, Seeds (Mustard, Sesame), Wheat, Barley, Rye, Oats, Spelt, Kamut, Soybeans, Dairy (Lactose), Eggs, Fish, Shellfish, Celery, Lupin, and Sulphites (>10 ppm).
  • TSE/BSE Statement: Certified free of Transmissible Spongiform Encephalopathy (TSE) and Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy (BSE).
  • Ethical & Dietary Certifications:
    • Cruelty-Free: Never tested on animals.
    • Vegan & Vegetarian Certified: Fully compliant with Vegan formulation standards.
    • Kosher Certified: Manufactured in accordance with rigorous Kosher dietary standards.

Packaging, Storage & B2B Purchasing Information

Storage Recommendations: Given its sensitivity to oxidative environments, Beta-Carotene should be stored in tightly sealed original packaging, kept in a cool, dry place, and strictly protected from prolonged exposure to light, heat, and ambient moisture.

Partner with Plant Extract Supply:
As a trusted B2B manufacturer and wholesale distributor, Plant Extract Supply is dedicated to providing contract manufacturers, formulators, and brand owners with premium, traceable, and highly stable nutritional raw materials.

For current batch technical documents (COA, MSDS, Specification Sheets), bulk wholesale pricing, or to request a formulation sample of our Beta-Carotene 1%-96% Powder or Beadlets, please contact our technical sales team directly at: [email protected]

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