Lycopene Oil

Lycopene Oil is a tomato lycopene ingredient formulated in a lipid carrier that is designed for use by manufacturers with oil-based formulations. In contrast to lycopene being processed into a dry powder form, the active is provided in an oil-based system that can be directly added to the appropriate lipid phases.

This format is very useful when the finished product is already formulated with oil, when there is a preference to have a liquid product, or when the manufacturer is creating softgels and other oil-filled dosage forms.

Kingsci provides the specifications for 5% and 10% Lycopene Oil, and can provide assistance with the formulation evaluation of the application according to the specified concentration, carrier system, packaging, and application.

You can contact us directly or email donna.zh@kingsci.com to obtain further information and free samples.

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The handling of an oil-based carotenoid ingredient is one of the important factors in the formulation development for lycopene, which is sensitive to the environment.

Carrier Compatibility

The carrier oil is a key component of the final system. Manufacturers will consider compatibility with MCT, sunflower oil, olive oil, or other appropriate lipid carriers, as appropriate for the application.

Ultimately, the characteristics that should be taken into account for the final selection of the carrier are its viscosity, oxidation stability, sensory properties, and compatibility with the finished formulation.

Lack of Light and/or Oxygen Exposure.

Lycopene has a highly conjugated structure and may be susceptible to extended light and oxygen exposure. The formulation and packaging should, therefore, limit and reduce the unnecessary exposure during processing and storage.

Opaque or light-protective packaging can be used in finished oil products, as appropriate.

Processing Temperature

Carotenoids are liable to degrade at high temperatures. The processing should be carefully controlled to ensure that the required parameters are provided for the end product (wherever possible without unnecessary thermal exposure).

Concentration Selection

Kingsci currently offers specs of 5% and 10% Lycopene Oil.

The optimum concentration will vary with the parameters of the product, the dosage form, lycopene content desired in the final product and carrier system, and the appropriate addition rate.

The first thing one should not look at when choosing an oil format is the physical look. It is the potential to incorporate lycopene into a product which already has a lipid phase.

Softgel Formulations

In softgel formulations where the fill is a vegetable oil, MCT, or other compatible lipid system, it may be used. The lycopene concentration and the carrier must be considered along with the whole softgel fill formulation.

Liquid Nutritional Products

Oil-based liquid supplements-it is a convenient supplement that does not require converting the ingredient to a dry intermediate before adding it to the supplement.

It can be incorporated in oil blends, liquid nutrition products, and other products in which the active is administered via a lipid phase.

Oil-Based Premixes

Oil -based Lycopene can be a part of a wide-ranging system of oil-soluble ingredients for manufacturing carotenoid or antioxidant premixes.

Other carotenoids, carrier oils, antioxidants, and processing temperatures are possible factors to consider in the formulation development process.

Cosmetic Oil Systems

It may also be assessed in cosmetic products which already contain an oil phase such as selected facial oils, serums and creams and other lipid-based systems.

Formulation compatibility, color contribution, oxidation control, and finished product stability should be evaluated for cosmetic use, as appropriate to the cosmetic system.

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An oil-based format supplies an oil-based system as a ready-to-handle ingredient, as opposed to dry lycopene ingredients. This alters the way the ingredient has to be added to a final product.

When choosing between the various lycopene formats, manufacturers must first consider the physical properties of the end product, and not assume that oil and powder can be used as a raw material for each other.

When assessing Lycopene Oil for use in ingredients, in addition to lycopene assay, physical and quality parameters of an oil-based ingredient should be taken into consideration.

The list below shows some of the quality control processes that Kingsci can perform:

HPLC Assay of lycopene.

Appearance and color

Odor

Specific gravity

Refractive index

Acidity

Moisture

Residual solvents

Heavy metals

Microbiological parameters

The products can be tested against the relevant product specification prior to dispatch.

Kingsci is a Lycopene Oil Supplier to manufacturers, formulators, and ingredient distributors for finished products for international markets.

Available support includes:

Specification Matching

Choose the right level of lycopene in your product and the right form of lycopene to use.

Sample Evaluation

A sample size of just a few samples is available for preliminary formulation and compatibility tests.

Technical Documentation

Product evaluation and purchasing can be done with the help of COA, MSDS, and TDS.

Flexible Supply

Products can be purchased from Kingsci production facilities and USA inventory in the warehouse, if available.

Packaging Options

Packaging in bulk is possible and customised based on product and shipment requirements.

What is Lycopene Oil used for?

Lycopene Oil is primarily applied in certain cosmetic systems, oil-based nutritional formulations, softgels, and liquid supplements, in which lycopene must be added to a lipid phase.

What concentrations of Lycopene Oil are available?

Currently, Kingsci is supplying 5% and 10% Lycopene Oil tested by HPLC.

Is Lycopene Oil water-soluble?

No. Lycopene is a fat-soluble carotenoid, and Lycopene Oil is designed for use in compatible oil-based formulation systems, NOT to be added directly to water-based formulation systems.

Can Lycopene Oil be used in softgels?

Yes. Lycopene Oil can be tested in softgels with acceptable lipid-based fill materials. Assessment for compatibility of the carrier oil, concentration, and complete fill formulation is recommended.

What is the source of Kingsci Lycopene Oil?

Kingsci Lycopene Oil is extracted from tomato, which can be used as an ingredient manufacturing source of lycopene as a plant-based source.

Does Kingsci provide Lycopene Oil samples?

Yes. A sample can be submitted for evaluation and quality control of the formulation. To obtain the sample specification, Manufacturers can contact Kingsci.

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