Canthaxanthin, appearing as dark purple crystals or crystalline powder. It naturally exists in crustaceans, fish, algae and other organisms.​
In the food industry, canthaxanthin is an excellent colorant, which can color beverages, ice cream, sauces, etc., giving products an attractive orange color and enhancing their visual appeal. In the feed field, adding canthaxanthin can deepen the color of egg yolks, improve the skin color of poultry, and enhance animal immunity. In addition, its excellent antioxidant property helps eliminate free radicals and may prevent cardiovascular diseases, showing great potential in medicine and health care.