Exhibiting at FOOD INGREDIENTS CHINA 2025

Yunnan Alphy Biotech Co., Ltd., based in Chuxiong, Yunnan Province, China, is a pioneering biotechnology company focused on the development, cultivation, extraction, and commercialization of natural astaxanthin derived from Haematococcus pluvialis. As one of China's few vertically integrated astaxanthin producers, the company has earned a reputation for quality, innovation, and sustainable production processes in the nutraceutical and health food industries.

Founded with a vision to commercialize high-value microalgal products, Yunnan Alphy Biotech leverages the unique climate and high-altitude advantages of Yunnan to cultivate Haematococcus pluvialis at scale, yielding a premium astaxanthin profile that meets international quality and purity standards.

Core Business and Product Offerings

Yunnan Alphy Biotech’s primary focus is on its proprietary AstALPHY® brand, under which it offers a complete range of astaxanthin ingredients suitable for dietary supplements, cosmetics, functional foods, and animal nutrition:

• AstALPHY® Haematococcus pluvialis Powder

  • High-concentration dried algae powder rich in natural astaxanthin

• AstALPHY® Micro Powder CWS (Cold Water Soluble)

  • Spray-dried, cold-water dispersible astaxanthin micro powder for ready-to-mix drinks and supplements

• AstALPHY® Astaxanthin Oleoresin

  • Oil-based extract in various concentrations (e.g., 5%, 10%) for use in softgel capsules and emulsions

These products are produced using proprietary photobioreactor technology, closed-culture systems, and supercritical CO₂ extraction methods that ensure high stability, bioavailability, and natural purity.

Specialization and Core USP

Yunnan Alphy Biotech’s key differentiators include:

• Vertical Integration: From algae cultivation to final extract
• Proprietary Strains of Haematococcus pluvialis developed for high astaxanthin yield
• Photobioreactor Cultivation in a controlled, contamination-free environment
• Sustainable Production with eco-friendly CO₂ extraction and energy-efficient systems
• Quality Control in line with global standards including heavy metals, pesticide residues, and microbial limits

The company’s astaxanthin content typically reaches ≥5% in oleoresin form, with verified antioxidant potency and consistent quality across batches.

Financials and Export Footprint

Though private financials are not disclosed, the company’s expanding international footprint indicates growing market demand. According to data from ImportYeti and Trademo, Yunnan Alphy Biotech has shipped natural astaxanthin to more than 15 countries, including:

• United States
• Japan
• South Korea
• Germany
• Thailand
• India
• Australia

Major clients include dietary supplement companies, functional food manufacturers, and cosmetic ingredient formulators.

Target Market

Yunnan Alphy Biotech serves a wide spectrum of industries, including:

• Nutraceutical companies
• Sports and eye health supplement brands
• Functional beverage formulators
• Cosmeceutical and anti-aging skincare manufacturers
• Pet and aquaculture feed producers

The growing awareness of astaxanthin’s health benefits, such as anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and skin-protective properties, continues to expand the company’s addressable market.

Capabilities

• Large-scale photobioreactor farms in Yunnan Province
• Annual algae powder production capacity exceeding 100 tons
• In-house supercritical CO₂ extraction plant
• Full analytical testing (HPLC, GC, UV-VIS) for potency and contaminants
• Custom formulation capabilities for oil, powder, and emulsion formats

The company also provides white-label and OEM/ODM services for finished astaxanthin supplement products.

Certifications and Compliance

• ISO22000 Food Safety Management
• Halal Certification
• Non-GMO Certification
• China SC Production License
• In compliance with international dietary supplement regulations (China, USA, EU)

All AstALPHY® ingredients come with full documentation: COA, MSDS, Stability Data, Heavy Metals Report, and Pesticide Residue Analysis.

Customer Testimonials

Feedback from international partners and health product developers highlights:

• Excellent bioavailability and stability of astaxanthin oleoresin
• Reliable supply chain and quick response for export documentation
• Strong technical support and transparency in specifications

Customers appreciate the company's focus on purity and environmental responsibility.

Major Achievements

• Developed AstALPHY®, now a recognized brand in the natural antioxidant space
• Among the top 3 astaxanthin manufacturers in China by capacity
• Exported to over 15 countries across 4 continents
• Participated in global trade shows such as Vitafoods Asia, CPhI China, and FIC China
• Collaborated with research institutes on clinical trials involving natural astaxanthin for anti-aging and cardiovascular support

Yunnan Alphy Biotech Co., Ltd. represents the frontier of natural astaxanthin production in Asia, combining scientific rigor, sustainable practices, and robust manufacturing capabilities to support the global shift toward natural health solutions.