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About Lycopene

Lycopene, the carotenoid that gives the characteristic bright red color to tomatoes, guavas, watermelon and pink grapefruit, is a proven antioxidant and neutralizes free radicals which may damage the body's cells. Lycopene is typically deposited in the prostate, liver, lungs, colon and skin. Epidemiological studies have shown that high intake of dietary lycopene is inversely associated with the incidence of certain types of chronic diseases.

Parry Tomato Lycopene Complex

Valensa, through its partnership with Parry Nutraceuticals, offers a uniquely processed Natural Tomato Lycopene, that not only includes lycopene but also all the naturally occurring phytonutrients found in tomatoes including Phytoene, Phytofluene, Tocopherols and Beta-carotene and eliminates the sugar and water. These phytonutrients act in synergy with lycopene to collectively form the Parry Tomato Lycopene Complex.

Manufacturing Process

Our dedicated manufacturing facility was specifically designed for the selective extraction of tomato lycopene, in milder, less turbulent conditions, thereby retaining all the good health benefits of the various tomato phytonutrients and eliminating the risk of cross-contamination with other extracted products. Parry's innovative technology and proprietary research and production process allows for the optimum recovery of the highest quality, pure lycopene content from every tomato.

Guaranteed Stability and Safety

Lycopene is a highly unstable by itself. Parry's unique extraction technology processes provide highly stable lycopene formulations in a versatile range of Oils, DC grade microencapsulated powders, beadlets, and cold water dispersible (CWD) powders. In addition, these formulations go through rigorous stability tests throughout the manufacturing process (ie. tablet punching, capsule filling, etc.). All our lycopene products have guaranteed stability for a minimum of two years.

Parry Tomato Lycopene Complex has been certified Kosher, Halal and GRAS by regulatory authorities. No gelatin or sugars are used. Parry tomato lycopene products comply with USP<29> and all applicable regulations and directives of EU and other nations on non-GMO, non-allergen, non-irradiation, TSE/BSE, Dioxins, PCB's and traceability.

Strictly monitored and well documented QA and QC tests and analysis are performed after the completion of every batch, giving customers complete comfort in our guaranteed lycopene formulations.

Forms & Usage

Parry's Tomato Lycopene Complex is gelatin free, 100% Vegetarian and available in a variety of forms based on their application (see TABLE 1).

 

TABLE 1 - Available Products & Concentrations

Form Concentration Usage Microencapsulated Powder (D.C. Grade) 5%, 6%, 10%, 15% Tablets Beadlets 5%, 6%, 10% Tablets/Capsules Oil 5%, 6%, 7%, 10%, 15%, 18%, 20% Softgels Cold Water Dispersible (CWD) Powder 1%, 6%, 10%, 15% Food Fortification Cold Water Soluble (Suspensions) 1%, 3%, 5%, 6%, 10% Functional Beverages