Astaxanthin Is A Carotenoid Pigment That Occurs In Trout, Microalgae, Yeast, And Shrimp, Among Other Sea Creatures. It’S Most Commonly Found In Pacific Salmon And Is What Gives The Fish Its Pinkish Color. An Antioxidant, Astaxanthin Is Said To Have Many Health Benefits. Astaxanthin Is Known As King Of Carotenoids”, A Natural Wonder And One Of Natures Most Potent Antioxidants, Known To Provide A Wide Variety Of Health Benefits. Naturegrails Astaxanthin Is Derived From A Microalgae Called Haematococcus Pluvialis. Lobsters, Shrimp, And Some Crabs Turn Red When Cooked Because The Astaxanthin, Which Was Bound To The Protein In The Shell, Becomes Free As The Protein Denatures And Unwinds. The Freed Pigment Is Thus Available To Absorb Light And Produce The Red Color. Ingredients: Carotenoids (98%), Astaxanthin (2%) Country Of Origin: China Processed In: Germany Storage Instructions: Dry, Cool & Dark Conditions Dietary & Allergy Info: Gluten Free | Dairy Free | Vegan | Natural | Gmo Free Net Weight: 1.05Oz / 30G