1. Solubility

Phycocyanin Powder dissolves rapidly in cold or warm water to form a uniform and transparent solution.

2. PH stability

Its tone remains stable within the PH range of 4.5 to 8.0. Due to the structure of Phycocyanin binding to proteins, aggregation and precipitation occur at a pH value of around 4.2. When used together with milk, eggs or other protein-containing ingredients, its stability will be enhanced.

3. Thermal stability

It is recommended to add Phycocyanin to the solution after it has cooled down. It can also be added to solutions at 60°C or lower, but Phycocyanin should be further cooled immediately after addition. Its stability will increase in high-density sucrose solution.

4. Light stability

When exposed to light, its stability will slightly deteriorate, but when used together with antioxidants such as sodium ascorbate, its color stability will be improved.

5. Alcohol solubility

If used in 100% alcohol, precipitation will occur, but Phycocyanin can dissolve in solutions with an alcohol content of less than 20%.

6. Stability in the presence of metal ions

Although affected by trivalent metal ions such as Fe3+ and Al3+, the impact can be mitigated by using chelating agents.

Functions and Applications

1.Food industry

As a natural blue pigment, Phycocyanin is used in food processing such as confectionery, beverages, and dairy products, replacing synthetic pigments (such as bright blue). Its heat resistance can reach 60-70℃, and the applicable pH range is 4-8. However, high-temperature or strong acid environments may cause fading.

2. Health product

Studies have shown that Phycocyanin can eliminate free radicals, inhibit inflammatory factors (such as TNF-α and IL-6), and enhance immunity by regulating the NF-κB pathway. Animal experiments have shown that it has anti-tumor potential and may exert its effect by inducing apoptosis of cancer cells or inhibiting angiogenesis.

3. Cosmetics

Some skin care products add Phycocyanin as an antioxidant ingredient to help reduce skin damage caused by ultraviolet rays, but the actual effect needs further clinical verification.

Advantage of Daynatural’s Phycocyanin

1. Phycocyanin is safe to use as it contains no organic solvents. Another attractive feature is that only a small amount of addition (about 0.01-0.1%) is needed to achieve a bright blue color.
2. It is the only blue colorant that meets the food standards of the United States and Europe and is derived from natural ingredients. It is recognized as safe and has a good record of use in a variety of foods such as ice cream, chewing gum and candies.
3. When dissolved in water, it presents a bright sky blue color.
4. The wavelength (max) with the maximum absorbance is 618 nm, which lies between the synthetic colorants Bright Blue FCF (FD&C Blue No. 1) and indigo carmine (FD&C Blue No. 2).

Why choose DayNatural’s Phycocyanin

1.Stability of supply sources

Daynatural collaborates with the world’s largest supplier of Spirulina materials, ensuring the stability of its supply.

2.High quality

DayNatural strictly controls the quality of raw materials from the source and Daynatural’s Phycocyanin products have been tested by authoritative organizations such as SGS and Mérieux Nutrition Science to ensure that the physical and chemical indicators of the Lutein provided to customers, such as —- benzo [a] pyrene, heavy metals, solvent residues, and pesticide residues, meet the requirements of customers.

1. Food industry

As a natural pigment, curcumin is widely used in cheese, beverages, pastries, and other food products. It also functions as a natural preservative, helping to extend the shelf life of foods.

2. Health Products and Pharmaceuticals

Curcumin exhibits a variety of biological activities, such as antiinflammatory, antioxidant, antiproliferative, and antiangiogenic properties.In health products, it is applied to help improve blood circulation, regulate menstrual disorders, and lower blood lipid levels.In the pharmaceutical field, curcumin can be used in the adjuvant treatment of dyspepsia, chronic anterior uveitis, Helicobacter pylori infection, and other related conditions.

3. Cosmetics

Watersoluble curcumin can be used in topical formulations for skin soothing and care applications.

Is curcumin powder the same as turmeric powder?

Curcumin powder and turmeric powder are not the same. Although both come from turmeric, they differ greatly in composition, purity, efficacy, and bioavailability. They are used for different purposes.

1. Composition and content

Curcumin powder: Curcumin is the most biologically active substance in turmeric, accounting for about 2-6% of the weight of turmeric. Curcumin powder is mainly the curcumin component extracted from turmeric, with high purity, and mainly contains curcumin as the active ingredient.
Turmeric powder: Turmeric powder is a powder directly ground from dried turmeric. It contains all the components of turmeric, including curcumin, curcumone, curcumone, curcumol, caryophyllene, and other components. Therefore, the curcumin content in turmeric powder is relatively low.

2. Efficacy and Function

Curcumin powder has strong antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and lipid-lowering effects. It is widely used in health products, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and functional foods.
Turmeric powder has mild antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects. It is mainly used as a spice and coloring agent in cooking.

3. Absorption & Utilization

Curcumin powder: Due to the high purity of curcumin powder, its absorption rate and utilization are usually high. However, the absorption rate of curcumin is also affected by many factors, such as individual differences, dietary matching, etc.
Turmeric powder: Due to the low content of curcumin in turmeric powder and the presence of many other ingredients, its absorption rate and utilization are relatively low. In order to achieve better results, it may be necessary to increase the intake of turmeric powder or choose other forms of curcumin supplements.

Butterfly pea flower powder is a natural powder made from the petals of the butterfly pea flower (blue butterfly). Rich in anthocyanins, it is primarily used as a natural food coloring to give drinks and pastries a dreamy blue hue. Because it turns purple when exposed to acid, it is also commonly used to create color-changing beverages.

What are the applications of butterfly pea powder?

The benefits of butterfly pea flower pollen mainly include antioxidant properties, eye protection, enhancement of immunity, and potential skin-whitening effects. Its applications are very extensive, with the core being used as a natural food coloring and for creative blend preparations.

Core Benefits

1.Rich in Anthocyanins, Antioxidant

High anthocyanin content helps eliminate free radicals, reduce inflammation, and delay aging.

2.Protects Vision

Contains vitamin A and carotene, which are beneficial for eye health.

3.Enhances Immunity

Contains various nutrients such as vitamin C and E, which help strengthen the body’s immune system.

4.Skin Care Potential

Studies show that its extract has the ability to inhibit tyrosinase (for whitening) and absorb ultraviolet rays.

Colorful Applications

1.Dreamy Beverages

Due to the property that anthocyanins turn purple when exposed to acid, they are often used in the preparation of layered beverages, lemon tea, etc.

2.Natural Dyeing

Used for making blue rice, noodles, bread, pastries, etc., it is a safe natural food coloring.

1. Food additives

Chondroitin sulfate is widely used as a food additive in functional foods and dietary supplements. It helps support immune function and maintain joint health.

2. Medical raw materials

In addition to being a food additive, chondroitin sulfate is also an important pharmaceutical raw material, mainly used to treat arthritis, eye drops, etc., with the effects of pain relief and promoting cartilage regeneration.

3. Other uses

In addition, chondroitin sulfate is applied in cosmetics and wound healing products, providing moisturizing effects and supporting skin repair.

Is chondroitin sulfate the same as glucosamine?

Chondroitin sulfate and glucosamine are not the same substance. They differ in chemical structure, source, and physiological functions.

1. Chondroitin Sulfate

Source: Mainly found in animal connective tissues centered on cartilage, such as the laryngeal bones, nasal bones, trachea and other cartilage tissues of pigs, as well as cartilage of cattle, chickens and sharks.
Chemical properties: It is a mucopolysaccharide extracted from tissues by weak alkali and becomes soluble by digestion of proteases. Together with collagen, it is the main component of the intercellular matrix.
Efficacy: Mainly used to enhance immunity and protect joint health. In terms of joint health, chondroitin sulfate can increase the amount of synovial fluid in the joints, thereby enhancing the cushioning and shock absorption capacity of the joints and reducing the wear of bone joints. In addition, it is also used in the medical field, such as the treatment of arthritis, eye drops, etc.

2. Glucosamine

Source: Although the human body can synthesize glucosamine, the synthesis ability will gradually decrease with age. Therefore, for those who need supplements, it is usually obtained through external intake.
Chemical properties: It is a compound in which one hydroxyl group of glucose is replaced by an amino group. Its full name is D-glucosamine, also known as aminoglucosamine or glucosamine.
Functions:It is used to nourish bones, support cartilage repair, and maintain joint structure. As an essential component of chondrocytes, it helps improve conditions such as knee arthritis and meniscus injuries. It is widely used in dietary supplements and pharmaceutical products.

What foods contain chondroitin sulfate?

Chondroitin sulfate is a nutrient beneficial to joint health. It is mainly present in the extracellular matrix and on cell surfaces of animal tissues, especially in cartilage. The following foods are relatively high in chondroitin sulfate:

1. Cartilage foods

Pork cartilage: Rich in chondroitin sulfate, can be eaten by stewing and other methods.
Beef cartilage: It is also a good source of chondroitin sulfate and is commonly found in soups.
Chicken cartilage: Such as the cartilage part of the chicken wing tip, which is easy to eat.
Fish cartilage: Cartilage of fish such as sharks and cod not only contains chondroitin sulfate, but also rich in other nutrients.

2. Other foods rich in chondroitin

Salmon: Every 100 grams of salmon contains a certain amount of chondroitin, and is also rich in Omega-3 fatty acids and vitamin D, which is also helpful for joint health.
Cod: Similar to salmon, cod also contains more chondroitin and is rich in nutrients such as protein, selenium and vitamin B12.
Pig’s trotters: In addition to being rich in collagen, pig’s trotters also contain a certain amount of chondroitin, which helps protect joint health.
Lobster: As a type of seafood, lobster also contains a high amount of chondroitin, and is rich in protein and Omega-3 fatty acids.
Bone soup: Bone soup is a traditional nourishing food that contains a large amount of nutrients such as protein, collagen and chondroitin, which is beneficial to joint health.

3. Other foods that may contain chondroitin sulfate

Shrimp shell: Contain chondroitin sulfate, though not typically consumed directly.
Fish skin, chicken skin, and cartilage from pigs, cattle and chickens: Also provide chondroitin sulfate to support the body’s nutritional needs.

Its main focus is on the protection and repair of the nervous system, and it shows great promise, especially in the field of medicine and healthcare.

Specific applications of nervonic acid in different directions:

• Stability
  Zeaxanthin is uniformly suspended in vegetable oil. The vegetable oil acts as a protective film, making zeaxanthin less prone to oxidation, more stable and improving its biological availability.
• Natural source
  This product is made from flower of marigold, which is natural and highly safe.
• Multiple excipients
  Different excipients can be provided according to customer requirements, such as corn oil, sunflower oil, safflower oil, etc., to meet the needs of different customers and application scenarios.

2. Application fields of zeaxanthin oil suspension

• Food additives (natural yellow pigment, used in beverages, baking, sauces).
• Dietary supplements (mainly eye-protecting formulas).
• Cosmetics (antioxidant, skin care).
• Feed industry (improving the color of egg yolks and poultry meat).

3. Preparation process of zeaxanthin oil suspension

• High-content zeaxanthin crystals are selected as raw materials.
• Ultrafine grind the zeaxanthin crystals to 120 mesh.
• Mix the crushed zeaxanthin crystals with vegetable oil and grind them into a stable oil suspension with a homogenizer.
• Quality inspection.

Conduct quality inspection on the prepared zeaxanthin oil suspension to ensure it meets relevant standards and requirements.

4.Why choose DayNatural’s zeaxanthin oil suspension

• Uniform particle size and good fluidity
  DayNatural’s zeaxanthin suspension oil adopts homogenization technology, ensuring uniform particle size and good fluidity of the product, which is convenient for downstream enterprises to fill soft capsules and other applications.
• Stability of supply sources
  Yueda collaborates with the world’s largest supplier of marigold raw materials, ensuring the stability of its supply.
• High quality
  DayNatural strictly controls the quality of raw materials from the source to ensure that the physical and chemical indicators of the zeaxanthin suspension oil provided to customers, such as —- benzo [a] pyrene, heavy metals, solvent residues, and pesticide residues, meet the requirements of customers.
• Good stability
  After three years of long-term stability tests, it was verified that the retention rate of zeaxanthin is over 90%.
  DayNatural’s zeaxanthin suspension oil adopts homogenization technology to ensure no sedimentation or stratification during long-term storage, addressing the concerns of end customers regarding uneven distribution of zeaxanthin content during use.
• High purity with few unknown impurities.

5.Marigold Extract

• Lutein Powder
• Lutein Suspension Oil
• Lutein Beadlets
• Lutein CWS
• Lutein Ester Powder
• Lutein Ester Oil Suspension
• Lutein Ester Beadlets
• Lutein Ester CWS
• Zeaxanthin Powder
• Zeaxanthin Suspension oil
• Zeaxanthin Beadlets
• Zeaxanthin CWS

• Protect the retina:
  Lutein ester is an important component of the macula of the eye. It has the function of filtering blue light and anti-oxidation, which helps to protect the retina from light damage, delay eye aging and prevent pathology.
• Prevent AMD:
  Studies have shown that the intake of lutein esters can reduce the incidence of age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and protect vision.
• Antioxidant and anti-aging:
  Lutein esters have strong antioxidant capacity and help prevent cardiovascular sclerosis, coronary heart disease and tumor diseases caused by aging.
• Enhance immunity:
  The latest research has found that lutein esters can also promote antigen-stimulated lymphocyte proliferation response and affect the functional expression of cell surface molecules, thereby enhancing immunity.

2.Application and usage of Lutein Ester Oil Suspension

• Food additives (natural yellow pigment, used in beverages, baking, sauces).
• Dietary supplements (mainly eye-protecting formulas).
• Cosmetics (antioxidant, skin care).
• Feed industry (improving the color of egg yolks and poultry meat).

3.Preparation process of Lutein Ester Oil Suspension

• High-content Lutein Ester crystals are selected as raw materials.
• Ultrafine grind Lutein Ester crystals to 120 mesh.
• Mix the crushed Lutein Ester crystals with vegetable oil and grind them into a stable oil suspension with a homogenizer.
• Quality inspection.
  Conduct quality inspection on the prepared Lutein Ester Oil Suspension to ensure it meets relevant standards and requirements.

4.Why choose DayNatural’s Lutein Ester Oil Suspension

• Uniform particle size and good fluidity
  DayNatural’s Lutein Ester Suspension Oil adopts homogenization technology, ensuring uniform particle size and good fluidity of the product, which is convenient for downstream enterprises to fill soft capsules and other applications.
• Stability of supply sources
  Daynatural collaborates with the world’s largest supplier of marigold raw materials, ensuring the stability of its supply.
• High quality
  DayNatural strictly controls the quality of raw materials from the source to ensure that the physical and chemical indicators of the Lutein Ester Suspension Oil provided to customers, such as —- benzo [a] pyrene, heavy metals, solvent residues, and pesticide residues, meet the requirements of customers.
• Good stability
  After three years of long-term stability tests, it was verified that the retention rate of Lutein Ester is over 90%.
  DayNatural’s Lutein Ester Suspension Oil adopts homogenization technology to ensure no sedimentation or stratification during long-term storage, addressing the concerns of end customers regarding uneven distribution of Lutein Ester content during use.
• High purity with few unknown impurities.

5.Marigold Extract

• Lutein Powder
• Lutein Suspension Oil
• Lutein Beadlets
• Lutein CWS
• Lutein Ester Powder
• Lutein Ester Oil Suspension
• Lutein Ester Beadlets
• Lutein Ester CWS
• Zeaxanthin Powder
• Zeaxanthin Suspension oil
• Zeaxanthin Beadlets
• Zeaxanthin CWS

Our Lutein ester products are bright in color, highly active, and long-lasting in color. They can completely replace artificial synthetic pigments and are widely used in food, beverages, health products, and cosmetics coloring. By adopting scientific planting and strict control, we can produce Lutein Ester products that meet the standards and requirements of different countries and regions.

Daynatural’s Lutein ester products have been tested by authoritative organizations such as SGS and Mérieux Nutrition Science, and fully meet the food grade standards in Europe and the United States. We have a highly automated production line and a quality control system. The product quality is stable and is trusted by domestic and foreign customers. At present, it has passed HALLA Kshoher and other certifications, and exported to dozens of countries and regions such as Europe, the United States, and Southeast Asia.

2.The main functions of Lutein Esters

• Protect the eyes:
  Supplement the macular pigment density in the macula of the human eye retina, protect the macula, and promote the development of the macula.Protect the eyes from light damage, delay eye aging and prevent lesions.Prevent macular degeneration and retinal pigment degeneration, and reduce the formation of drusen.
• Antioxidant:
  Helps prevent cardiovascular sclerosis, coronary heart disease and tumor diseases caused by aging of the body.
• Coloring effect:
  It is a very stable food colorant, which is very stable to light, heat and air, and can be widely used in food, beverages, cosmetics and other application fields.

3.Application prospects of Lutein Esters

• Food additives (natural yellow pigment, used in beverages, baking, sauces).
• Dietary supplements (mainly eye-protecting formulas).
• Cosmetics (antioxidant, skin care).
• Feed industry (improving the color of egg yolks and poultry meat).

4.Why choose DayNatural’s Lutein Ester Powder

• Stability of supply sources
  Daynatural collaborates with the world’s largest supplier of marigold raw materials, ensuring the stability of its supply.
• High quality
  DayNatural strictly controls the quality of raw materials from the source and Daynatural’s Lutein ester products have been tested by authoritative organizations such as SGS and Mérieux Nutrition Science to ensure that the physical and chemical indicators of the Lutein Ester Suspension Oil provided to customers, such as —- benzo [a] pyrene, heavy metals, solvent residues, and pesticide residues, meet the requirements of customers.
• Good stability
  After three years of long-term stability tests, it was verified that the retention rate of Lutein Ester is over 90%.
• High purity with few unknown impurities.

5.Marigold Extract

• Lutein Powder
• Lutein Suspension Oil
• Lutein Beadlets
• Lutein CWS
• Lutein Ester Powder
• Lutein Ester Oil Suspension
• Lutein Ester Beadlets
• Lutein Ester CWS
• Zeaxanthin Powder
• Zeaxanthin Suspension oil
• Zeaxanthin Beadlets
• Zeaxanthin CWS

Lutein Powder is a natural pigment and nutritional supplement extracted from marigold (Tagetes erecta L.). Marigold is an annual herbaceous plant of the genus Tagetes in the Asteraceae family. Its flowers are rich in lutein, which is widely used in medicine, health products, food and cosmetics.
DayNatural’s Lutein Powder are bright in color, highly active, and long-lasting in color. They can completely replace artificial synthetic pigments and are widely used in food, beverages, health products, and cosmetics coloring. By adopting scientific planting and strict control, we can produce Lutein Powder that meet the standards and requirements of different countries and regions.
Daynatural’s Lutein Powder have been tested by authoritative organizations such as SGS and Mérieux Nutrition Science, and fully meet the food grade standards in Europe and the United States. We have a highly automated production line and a quality control system. The product quality is stable and is trusted by domestic and foreign customers. At present, it has passed HALLA Kshoher and other certifications, and exported to dozens of countries and regions such as Europe, the United States, and Southeast Asia.

2. Mechanism of Action of Lutein Powder

• Blue light filtering
  Lutein can absorb high-energy blue light with wavelengths of 400 to 500 nanometers, reducing the damage of light to retinal cells. It is particularly important for people who are exposed to electronic screens for a long time.
• Antioxidant protection
  As an antioxidant, Lutein can neutralize free radicals, slow down oxidative stress responses, reduce the risk of cell damage in the macular area, and delay the development of age-related macular degeneration (AMD).

3.Structural support

The macular area is the region with the sharpest vision. Lutein and Zeaxanthin together form macular pigment, maintaining the stability of the retinal structure.

4.Application fields of Lutein Powder

• Food additives (natural yellow pigment, used in beverages, baking, sauces).
• Dietary supplements (mainly eye-protecting formulas).
• Cosmetics (antioxidant, skin care).
• Feed industry (improving the color of egg yolks and poultry meat).

5. Why choose DayNatural’s Lutein Powder

• Stability of supply sources
  Daynatural collaborates with the world’s largest supplier of marigold raw materials, ensuring the stability of its supply.
• High quality
  DayNatural strictly controls the quality of raw materials from the source and Daynatural’s Lutein products have been tested by authoritative organizations such as SGS and Mérieux Nutrition Science to ensure that the physical and chemical indicators of the Lutein provided to customers, such as —- benzo [a] pyrene, heavy metals, solvent residues, and pesticide residues, meet the requirements of customers.
• High purity with few unknown impurities.
• Low residue of Lutein Powder
  Multiple recrystallization processes are adopted to ensure low residue of Lutein Powder.

6.Marigold Extract

• Lutein Powder
• Lutein Suspension Oil
• Lutein Beadlets
• Lutein CWS
• Lutein Ester Powder
• Lutein Ester Oil Suspension
• Lutein Ester Beadlets
• Lutein Ester CWS
• Zeaxanthin Powder
• Zeaxanthin Suspension oil
• Zeaxanthin Beadlets
• Zeaxanthin CWS

• Stability
  Lutein is uniformly suspended in vegetable oil. The vegetable oil acts as a protective film, making Lutein less prone to oxidation, more stable and improving its biological availability.
• Natural source
  This product is made from flower of marigold, which is natural and highly safe.
• Multiple excipients
  Different excipients can be provided according to customer requirements, such as corn oil, sunflower oil, safflower oil, etc., to meet the needs of different customers and application scenarios.

2.Application fields of Lutein Oil Suspension:

• Food additives (natural yellow pigment, used in beverages, baking, sauces).
• Dietary supplements (mainly eye-protecting formulas).
• Cosmetics (antioxidant, skin care).
• Feed industry (improving the color of egg yolks and poultry meat).

3.Preparation process of Lutein oil suspension:

• High-content Lutein crystals are selected as raw materials.
• Ultrafine grind the Lutein crystals to 120 mesh.
• Mix the crushed Lutein crystals with vegetable oil and grind them into a stable oil suspension with a homogenizer.
• Quality inspection.
• Conduct quality inspection on the prepared Lutein oil suspension to ensure it meets relevant standards and requirements.

4.Why choose DayNatural’s Lutein Oil Suspension:

• Uniform particle size and good fluidity
  DayNatural’s Lutein Suspension Oil adopts homogenization technology, ensuring uniform particle size and good fluidity of the product, which is convenient for downstream enterprises to fill soft capsules and other applications.
• Stability of supply sources
  DayNatural collaborates with the world’s largest supplier of marigold raw materials, ensuring the stability of its supply.
• High quality
  DayNatural strictly controls the quality of raw materials from the source to ensure that the physical and chemical indicators of the Lutein suspension oil provided to customers, such as —- benzo [a] pyrene, heavy metals, solvent residues, and pesticide residues, meet the requirements of customers.
• Good stability
  After three years of long-term stability tests, it was verified that the retention rate of Lutein is over 90%.
  DayNatural’s Lutein suspension oil adopts homogenization technology to ensure no sedimentation or stratification during long-term storage, addressing the concerns of end customers regarding uneven distribution of Lutein content during use.
• High purity with few unknown impurities.

5.Marigold Extract

• Lutein Powder
• Lutein Suspension Oil
• Lutein Beadlets
• Lutein CWS
• Lutein Ester Powder
• Lutein Ester Oil Suspension
• Lutein Ester Beadlets
• Lutein Ester CWS
• Zeaxanthin Powder
• Zeaxanthin Suspension oil
• Zeaxanthin Beadlets
• Zeaxanthin CWS