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Spirulina Extract (Arthrospira platensis) – Phycocyanin 10–40%
Arthrospira platensis (Spirulina, algae)
- Marker compound
- Phycocyanin
- Standardisation
- 10–40% (UV-Vis spectrophotometry)
- Assay method
- UV-Vis spectrophotometry
- Plant part
- Algae & Seaweed
- Origin
- India, United States, China
Spirulina Extract (Arthrospira platensis) – Phycocyanin 10–40%
Spirulina extract is produced from the biomass (cyanobacterium) of Arthrospira platensis (Microcoleaceae family) and supplied as a standardized algae extract, standardized to Phycocyanin. Available grades: 10%, 18%, 25%, 40%. Typical sourcing: India, United States, China. For B2B formulation in food & beverage.
10%18%25%40%
Specifications
| Botanical name | Arthrospira platensis (Spirulina, algae) |
| Common names | Spirulina |
| Plant family / part | Microcoleaceae / Biomass (cyanobacterium) |
| Marker compound | Phycocyanin |
| Phytochemical class | Pigments › Chlorophylls & phycobiliproteins |
| Available grades | 10%, 18%, 25%, 40% |
| Assay method | UV-Vis spectrophotometry |
| Pharmacopoeia & standards | USP, Food Chemicals Codex, EFSA opinion / novel food |
| Form | Algae & Seaweed Extract |
| Origin | India, United States, China |
| Pack sizes | Sample (50 g), 250 g, 1 Kg, 5 Kg, 25 Kg |
| Shelf life & storage | Typically 24 months in sealed original packaging; store cool, dry and away from light |
Formulation focus
- Natural Colours
Industries
Food & Beverage
Documentation
The Technical Data Sheet and Safety Data Sheet (GHS format) can be downloaded from this page; the batch Certificate of Analysis is supplied on request. Confirm the assay method (HPLC, UV or gravimetric) on the CoA, as results differ between methods.
For B2B formulation and research use. Statements have not been evaluated by the FDA or other regulators; this ingredient is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
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