Microalgae are microscopic algae that are invisible to the naked eye. They are phytoplankton and are usually found in freshwater and marine systems. Naturally growing microalgae not only constitute the largest and likely most diverse photosynthetic biota in freshwater and marine systems, they also form a critically important link in the global food chain and global oxygen production. Microalgae exhibit high protein levels as well as almost all essential amino acids (EAA) and can therefore be used as a potential source of valuable, high-quality proteins. In addition, microalgae are rich in other valuable ingredients such as carotenoids, vitamins, minerals and omega-3 fatty acids. Since microalgae provide substantial nutritional, technological and bioactive benefits, they have been used commercially since the 1950s and 1960s. It is important to note that microalgae in commercial applications are mainly in the form of dried powders. This is to facilitate their use as food ingredients and to make them easily transportable and stable over time.
Typical applications
Microalgae powders have been used in different industries for decades. Their applications are mainly described below.
In the feed industry
Microalgae powders are used as protein supplement for animal nutrition and aquaculture to feed larval fishes, shrimps, bivalves etc.
In the food industry
Microalgae powders are used as dietary supplements or as a source of nutrients and vitamins.
In the pharmaceutical industry
Microalgae powders are used as a rich and diverse source of pharmacologically active natural products and nutraceuticals.
In the fuel industry
Microalgae powders are used as raw materials for the production of renewable, sustainable and economical biofuels.
Our products
With a deep research base in the field of marine chemistry, Alfa Chemistry has the ability to offer a wide range of high quality microalgae powders. The main products we offer are listed below.
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| Chlorella Powder | > | Chlorella is a group of eukaryotic green microalgae with a high capacity for photosynthesis. Chlorella powder is the result of this algae being harvested from freshwater and marine and then going through a drying process followed by a crushing process to obtain a dark green powder. |
| Dunaliella Salina Powder | > | Dunaliella salina is a motile unicellular alga belonging to the class Chlorophyceae. Dunaliella salina powder is the result of this algae being harvested from salt lakes and then going through a drying process followed by a crushing process to obtain a red orange powder. |
| Haematococcus Pluvialis Powder (Astaxanthin) | > | Haematococcus pluvialis is a freshwater, unicellular green microalgae characterized by the ability to accumulate large amounts of astaxanthin. Haematococcus pluvialis powder is an antioxidant and anti-aging natural raw material, and its main active ingredient is astaxanthin. |
| Nannochloropsis Oculata Powder | > | Nannochloropsis oculata is a kind of unicellular marine microalgae of the Eustigmatophyceae class. Nannochloropsis oculata powder is the result of this algae being harvested from freshwater and seawater and then going through a drying process followed by a crushing process to obtain a dark green powder. |
| Spirulina Powder | > | Spirulina is a blue green form of algae that is one of the best studied and best-known superfoods in the world. Spirulina powder is the result of this algae being harvested from freshwater and seawater and then going through a drying process followed by a crushing process to obtain a fine green powder. |
| Aphanizomenon Flos-Aquae Powder | > | The Aphanizomenon flos-aquae is a ubiquitous species of blue-green algae, that grows in brackish and freshwater environments. Aphanizomenon flos-aquae powder is the result of this algae being harvested from brackish and freshwater and then going through a drying process followed by a crushing process to obtain a green powder. |
| Odontella Aurita Powder | > | Odontella aurita is a marine diatom that is rich in EPA as well as other bioactive molecules. Odontella aurita powder Odontella aurita powder is the result of this algae being harvested from seawater and then going through a drying process followed by a crushing process to obtain a powder. |
| Blue Spirulina Powder | > | Blue spirulina powder is the antioxidant phycocyanin extracted from the superfood spirulina. |
If you do not find what you need, please contact us. We also offer product customization according to customer's detailed requirements.
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