KAILUA-KONA, Hawaii--(BUSINESS WIRE)--
Cyanotech® Corporation (Nasdaq Capital Market: CYAN), is proud to announce that its bulk raw material BioAstin® SCE products have received Non-GMO Project Verification. BioAstin Natural Astaxanthin is a potent natural antioxidant that provides natural support for joint, skin, eye and brain health.* BioAstin is derived from natural microalgae, Haematococcus pluvialis, cultivated and grown on the Kona coast of the Big Island of Hawaii.
“We are very excited about this verification as it leads to receiving Non-GMO Project Verification for our finished goods,” said Dr. Gerald Cysewski, Cyanotech Corporation. “Our top priority is to provide the highest quality microalgae products, and offering Non-GMO Project Verified material to our customers proves that commitment.”
The Non-GMO Project is the first entity in North America that offers third-party verification and labeling for products made according to rigorous best practices for GMO avoidance, and the associated seal is the most trusted sign that a product is produced through best practices for GMO avoidance.
“BioAstin Natural Astaxanthin is now a Non-GMO Project Verified ingredient. Our BioAstin® is also certified Gluten-Free, and it’s the first brand to receive the Natural Algae Astaxanthin Association’s (NAXA) Verification Seal. We’re proud to be the nation’s #1 brand of Astaxanthin† and we will continue to strive to provide the best products for our customers,” says Cysewski.
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
† Per SPINS data in the Natural Channel
About Cyanotech Corporation
Cyanotech Corporation was founded in 1984 by Dr. Gerald Cysewski. Dr. Cysewski chose the pristine Kona Coast of Hawaii due to the pure, unpolluted, clean growing location and access to deep ocean water from a depth of 2000 feet. Our 90-acre facility is located in a BioSecure zone, free of all pesticides and herbicides. Visit www.cyanotech.com for more information.
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