Algalif’s unique, enclosed photobioreactor cultivation system and its proprietary three-phase cultivation process, help ensure optimal growth of the microalgae and high yield of pure astaxanthin from Haematococcus pluvialis.
In the Green Phase, the algae biomass is cultivated under optimal growth conditions using pure Icelandic water and high-quality nutrients to make the algal cells grow and multiply. In the Brown Phase and the Red Phase, the algae culture is exposed to stress conditions to induce astaxanthin synthesis.
The algae culture is harvested for downstream processing i.e. dewatering and cell cracking. Finally, astaxanthin is recovered using solvent-free supercritical CO2 extraction and standardized with high-oleic sunflower oil to produce a high-quality oleoresin.
Heavy metals are individual metals and metal compounds that can impact human health. The USP guideline (2232) dictates that four metals should be screened in dietary supplements, as they are of toxicological concern: arsenic (As), cadmium (Cd), lead (Pb) and mercury (Hg). Heavy metals, as well as other contaminants, can find their way into algae products cultivated in open-pond systems or if impure water is used.
The USP monograph for astaxanthin ester defines specific maximum permitted levels for the elements listed above. Owing to the purity of Icelandic water and our cGMP-compliant quality management system, no Astalíf product has ever had a quantifiable amount of these four metals listed.
Successful, industrial-scale cultivation is dependent on the effectiveness of protecting the culture from contaminating microorganisms. Biological contamination decreases cell growth rate and astaxanthin content in the biomass, causing a huge drop in product quality. Not to mention the harmful impact of some bacteria and fungi on human health.
Algalif has effective contamination control on all scale-up and production levels. To achieve this, we employ several technical methods such as:
The production of Haematococcus pluvialis biomass and natural astaxanthin is affected by many physical, chemical and biological factors, constantly in flux. To complicate things further, conditions for algal growth are not conducive for astaxanthin accumulation, and vice-versa.
Our entire production process was designed to maximize quality and minimize loss of productivity through downtime. To achieve this, we have implemented several strategies such as:
Algalif is built on a foundation of quality, purity, and sustainability, and we remain firmly committed to these principles. Our combination of high-quality, clean, sustainable microalgae is very relevant in today’s market.
Iceland provides the perfect starting point for our algae cultivation – an astoundingly pristine environment, free of contaminants and pollutants; access to abundant, pure water; and a continuous supply of renewable energy.
Natural astaxanthin is a potent antioxidant carotenoid produced by microalgae, such as Haematococcus pluvialis. Algalif’s Astalíf™ astaxanthin is cultivated in state-of-the-art closed systems in Iceland using pure Icelandic water and green geothermal energy, going through three cultivation phases to ensure optimal concentration, purity, and quality. Algalif’s production process guarantees a sustainable, high-quality ingredient suitable for dietary supplements worldwide.See our astaxanthin range: https://algalif.is/astaxanthin-range/
Nutramunity™ Beta-Glucan is a natural beta-glucan that supports the immune system. It is available in bulk for private labels and retail purposes. See more here: https://algalif.is/nutramunity-beta-glucan
Natural astaxanthin is a powerful antioxidant known to support cellular health, eye and skin wellness, muscle endurance, and immune function. Studies suggest it helps protect cells from oxidative stress and supports recovery after physical activity. Algalif’s natural astaxanthin is produced sustainably in Iceland and verified for purity and potency. Read more about health benefits of natural astaxanthin here: https://algalif.is/health-benefits_/
Algalíf is a carbon-neutral company that uses only green geothermal energy and pure Icelandic water. Production takes place in closed systems to minimize environmental impact, with strict policies for zero waste and reduced plastic usage. Read more about our sustainability: https://algalif.is/sustainability/
