Natural astaxanthin by fermentation

We fundamentally changed the way algal astaxanthin is manufactured by inventing a highly efficient dark fermentation method for Haematococcus pluvialis

Natural Astaxanthin from microalgae is one of the most powerful antioxidants known with numerous proven health-promoting benefits for people and animals.

Astaxanthin is found in highest concentrations only in the algal species Haematococcus pluvialis.

It is also an essential ingredient in farmed fish and shrimp, supporting fish health, enhancing the color, and indicating premium quality seafood for consumers.

Why dark fermentation?

How Natural Astaxanthin Impacts Your Brand

Cosmetics

Today’s consumer demands natural ingredients in their skin care formulations.

Natural algal astaxanthin has been clinically shown to increase hydration, help reduce fine lines and wrinkles and act as a natural sunscreen.

Our safety-tested astaxanthin product ASTAFUSION® (INCI name Haematococcus Pluvialis Extract) nixes photoaging by restoring formation of collagen and elastin fibers impaired by carbonylated proteins that accumulate under oxidative stress and sun exposure.

Aquafeeds

Astaxanthin is routinely added into feeds for salmon, trout, shrimp and ornamental fish. Only natural astaxanthin is allowed for organic salmon or in specific geographic regions.

Coloration trials in salmon, rainbow trout and shrimp confirm performance of Kuehnle AgroSystem’s whole algal biomass in extruded and top-coated feeds.

Our natural astaxanthin fills a glaring gap for sustainable pigment in a market historically dominated by petrol-based synthetic colorant.

Food & Dietary Supplements for Humans and Pets

Algal astaxanthin is a super antioxidant with an antioxidant activity that is 6000 x stronger than Vitamin C and 560 x stronger than Vitamin E.

Only natural astaxanthin with its numerous proven health benefits is allowed for human consumption.

With our efficient dark fermentation manufacturing only Kuehnle AgroSystems can provide high volumes of cost-competitive stabilized astaxanthin-rich algal biomass and astaxanthin extract for use in nutraceuticals, foods, drinks and pet foods.

Our OLA’ASTA® and FANTASTA® ingredients are coming soon!