Certification status
IGEN Non-GMO Tested
Jarrow Formulas Inc. Astaxanthin - 12mg
Astaxanthin 12mg from US brand Jarrow Formulas delivers a high 12mg dose of astaxanthin — the red antioxidant from Haematococcus pluvialis microalgae, using AstaPure — in a softgel suspended in safflower oil. Note the softgel uses bovine gelatin, so it is not vegetarian. Verified non-GMO under the IGEN programme, which confirms non-GMO sourcing rather than banned-substance testing.
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Why this certification matters
- IGEN Non-GMO Tested
- IGEN Non-GMO Tested verifies the absence of GMO material through third-party testing.
Frequently asked questions
- Where does the astaxanthin come from?
- From Haematococcus pluvialis microalgae — the natural algal source of astaxanthin, the red antioxidant pigment — using the branded AstaPure, suspended in safflower oil.
- Is it suitable for vegetarians?
- No. Although the astaxanthin is algae-derived, the softgel shell uses bovine gelatin, so it is not vegetarian or vegan.
- What format is it?
- A softgel at a high 12mg dose, taken once daily with a meal containing some fat to aid absorption.
- What does the IGEN certification mean?
- IGEN is a non-GMO sourcing programme — it is not a banned-substance or purity test.
