We produce superior natural astaxanthin products that exceed markets standards

AstaReal pioneers microalgae cultivation. In the early 1990s, the company developed specially designed indoor photobioreactors to cultivate the microalgae Haematococcus pluvialis (HP) – the most abundant source of natural astaxanthin.

The cultivation process starts in the laboratory, where a seed culture is cultivated under sterile conditions to provide a pure culture. The culture is enriched with essential nutrients and light that allows for optimal growth and proliferation (green phase). When the culture reaches its optimal density in the green phase, it is transferred to unique stainless steel photobioreactors where the production of astaxanthin (red phase) is initiated.

After the algae have reached optimal maturity, they are harvested, crushed and spray-dried. The final biomass is a deep-red powder of high purity, containing a high concentration of astaxanthin. The biomass can be further processed to produce a range of bulk products that are suitable for various applications within the food, dietary supplement, cosmetic and feed industry.