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Lycopene

What is Lycopene

Lycopene has been inspiring and challenging us for almost thirty years. It was the carotenoid we started with, and it’s the one we keep returning to year after year as we learn more about this incredible phytonutrient and how it benefits our well-being from the womb to our twilight years.

Lycored’s lycopene is extracted from our unique, vertically integrated, tomato breed, and delivers a potent dose of this powerhouse nutrient. It is carefully crafted to ensure maximum bioavailability so that you can reap the full benefits of Lycopene with every serving.

Our Lycopene is carefully crafted using our continued scientific knowledge and is manufactured in state-of-the-art facilities that adhere to the highest quality standards. With its potent antioxidant properties, Lycopene offers holistic wellness benefits at every stage of life and addresses various health concerns. It is scientifically proven to support cellular wellness, immunity, bone health, heart health, eye health, skin health, and more.

Available forms are : Oil Suspensions, Beadlets and Cold Water Dispersible (CWD) Powder & Liquid Suspension.

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LycoRed, established in 1995 with the launch of Lyc-O-Mato®, is a global leader in the research and development of carotenoid-based products. Over the years, the company has expanded its portfolio through strategic acquisitions, including BioDar Ltd. in 1998 and H. Reisman in 2006, enhancing its expertise in vitamins, minerals, and beadlet technology. LycoRed introduced innovative carotenoid-derived food colorants like Tomat-O-Red® and Lyc-O-Beta® in 2012, while acquiring Vitan Ltd. for its beta-carotene biomass. With a focus on health, LycoRed launched the Lycored Nutrient Complex™ in 2013, and continues to offer science-backed, natural ingredient solutions for dietary supplements, functional foods, and beverages.More Info

Lycored is certified with : Halal | Kosher certification by the Orthodox Union (OU) | ISO 9001 | ISO 22000 | HACCP | GMP | Israeli Ministry of Health | GRAS

Products offered are : Lycopene | Beta-Carotene | Lutein ester | Vitamin CapsuDar® D2 | Natural Colors

Lycopene Applications

Industry Application
Pharma/Nutra Useful for Eye care - cataracts and macular degeneration integrated in Soft gels, Hard shell capsules & tablets, Gummies, Capsules, premixes, Dietary supplements, Functional foods
Food Cloudy beverages, cereals, baked goods, powdered beverages
Cosmetics creams, lotions, facial masks, serums, certain makeup formulations

Benefits of Lycopene

Specifications of Lycopene 5%

Specifications Value
Natural Lycopene Content Min 5.0% (HLPC)
Loss on drying Max. 10%
Bulk density Untapped - 0.55-0.75 g/ml | Tapped - 0.6-0.8 g/ml
Heavy metals >10ppm

Top FAQs on Lycopene

Processed tomatoes have the highest amounts of lycopene, but watermelon, pink grapefruit, and fresh tomatoes are also good sources.

Lycopene may lower LDL cholesterol, increase HDL cholesterol, and reduce oxidative stress, which may help prevent heart disease and stroke.

It was found that micronutrients such as lycopene were able to show other benefits including better skin moisturization, skin texture, skin elasticity, and skin superficial structure. It is no wonder that this natural compound can be found in many topically applied cosmetics in regards to optimizing skin care.

Certificates

  • BSE-TSE free | Pesticides | Non-Irradiation | Non-GMO