| Problem Examples | Representative Products (Microencapsulated Powder) |
|---|---|
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Applying lipid-based ingredients in solid powder formulations while reducing oxidative degradation |
Conjugated linoleic acid (CLA), DHA algae oil, medium-chain triglycerides (MCT) |
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Masking undesirable raw material flavors |
Branched-chain amino acids (bitterness), DHA algae oil (fishy odor) |
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Zinc oxide (metallic taste), ferric pyrophosphate (metallic taste) |
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Poor water dispersibility of raw materials requiring use in beverages |
Carotenoids: Lutein, zeaxanthin, astaxanthin, β-carotene |
|
Resveratrol, curcumin |
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Interactions between raw materials |
Ferric pyrophosphate (discoloration/blackening when combined with vitamin C) |
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Poor raw material stability |
L-carnitine (moisture absorption/hygroscopicity) |
| Content of Lutein | Source of lutein | Bulk density |
|---|---|---|
|
10% |
Marigold |
0.4-0.7g/ml |