Aquaculture Pigmentation Premix

AquaPro Color Max

Description

AquaPro Color Max is a specialized carotenoid feed additive formulated to support natural pigmentation and coloration in salmon, trout, ornamental fish, shrimp, and other high-value aquatic species. It combines astaxanthin, canthaxanthin, and Vitamin E to provide targeted nutritional support for flesh, skin, and overall external coloration.

Astaxanthin and canthaxanthin are carotenoid pigments widely used in aquaculture to support desirable coloration. In salmonids, carotenoid supplementation can contribute to flesh pigmentation, while in ornamental fish and other species, carotenoids can support skin and overall body coloration. Vitamin E provides complementary antioxidant protection and supports the stability and nutritional value of the formulation.

AquaPro Color Max is designed to complement a balanced aquaculture diet and can be used as part of pigmentation programs where consistent and commercially desirable coloration is an important quality attribute.

Advantages

• Supports desirable flesh pigmentation in salmonids
• Supports skin and body coloration in ornamental and other pigmented species
• Provides concentrated carotenoid nutrition
• Astaxanthin supports red-orange pigmentation
• Canthaxanthin provides complementary carotenoid pigmentation
• Vitamin E provides antioxidant nutritional support
• Supports more consistent coloration when used as part of an appropriate pigmentation program
• Suitable for salmon, trout, ornamental fish, shrimp, and selected high-value aquaculture species
• Supports nutritional management of product appearance and pigmentation quality

Usage

0.5–2 kg per metric ton of complete feed.

The appropriate inclusion rate depends on target species, life stage, desired pigmentation level, feed composition, baseline carotenoid content, feeding duration, and production conditions.

For pigmentation programs, consistent feeding over an appropriate period is important because coloration develops progressively and varies among species.

Cautions

• Use as part of a complete and balanced aquaculture feed.
• Account for carotenoids supplied by other feed ingredients and pigmentation products.
• Do not exceed the recommended inclusion rate without professional nutritional assessment.
• Mix thoroughly and uniformly throughout the feed.
• Store in a cool, dry place away from moisture, heat, and direct sunlight.
• Protect the product from prolonged exposure to air and light because carotenoids are sensitive to oxidation.
• Keep the package tightly sealed when not in use.
• Pigmentation response varies according to species, genetics, age, diet, feeding duration, health status, and environmental conditions.
• Follow applicable feed and aquaculture regulations in the target market.

Guaranteed Active Component Content per kg

Ingredients

Astaxanthin source, canthaxanthin source, Vitamin E, antioxidant/stabilization system, carrier materials, and other formulation components as applicable.