At a glance
- Japanese name
- アスタリール株式会社
- Established
- 1995
- Location
- Toyama
- English support
- Available
- Export experience
- 20+ countries
- Certifications
- HACCP, FSSC 22000, FDA GRAS
- Website
- astareal.com
Editor's scoring
Overall 15/25 (60%)
- English supportStrong
- Export experienceAdequate
- Certification breadthStrong
- MOQ flexibilityLimited
- Lead timeLimited
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About
World's first commercial natural astaxanthin producer. Astaxanthin from Haematococcus pluvialis via proprietary supercritical CO2 extraction. Subsidiary of Fuji Chemical Industries.
Ingredients offered
- GlossaryActive component6 suppliers
Astaxanthin
アスタキサンチン
Astaxanthin is a carotenoid pigment produced primarily by microalgae (Haematococcus pluvialis), known for strong antioxidant capacity. Japanese production pioneered by Fuji Chemical Industry and ENEOS uses closed-system microalgae cultivation. Multiple Japanese FFC notifications cite astaxanthin for eye health, skin health, and antioxidant support.
Nationwide production facilitiesMOQ 1–10 kg (oil-based concentrate)
How to talk to AstaReal Inc.
- Email inquiry
- ✓ Available
- Video meeting (Japan hours)
- ✓ Available
- Video meeting (EU hours)
- ✗ Not available
- Video meeting (US hours)
- ✗ Not available
- In-person at their facility (Japan)
- ✓ By appointment
- Overseas in-person
- Conditional — major exhibitions (in-cosmetics, Cosmoprof, FOODEX) and select trade missions
- Languages
- English, Japanese
- Preferred first contact
- Email via OEM JAPAN inquiry form with company profile, target market, and indicative volume
Information based on public sources, manufacturer verification pending
FAQ about AstaReal Inc.
Q. What does AstaReal Inc. produce?
AstaReal Inc. is listed on this platform with 1 ingredient for overseas B2B sourcing. Their listed categories include marine functional ingredients. Examples include Astaxanthin.
Sources
- OEM JAPAN — sourcing platform manufacturer record
- AstaReal Inc. official site
Q. Where is AstaReal Inc. located, and how does that affect shipping?
AstaReal Inc. is based in Toyama, Japan (established 1995). Most Japanese manufacturers ship internationally via Tokyo, Osaka, or Yokohama ports; expect 4–8 weeks typical lead time for production and 2–4 weeks for ocean freight to North America/Europe.
Sources
- OEM JAPAN — sourcing platform manufacturer record
- Industry knowledge — Japanese export logistics
Industry-knowledge claim — not yet pinned to a single primary source
Q. Does AstaReal Inc. support overseas buyers in English?
Yes. AstaReal Inc. is set up to communicate with overseas buyers in English. Initial inquiries are routed through OEM JAPAN's operator team to ensure clear specification handoff.
Sources
- OEM JAPAN — sourcing platform manufacturer record
Q. What certifications and export experience does AstaReal Inc. have?
AstaReal Inc. holds HACCP, FSSC 22000, and FDA GRAS. They have prior export experience (markets served include: 20+ countries).
Sources
- OEM JAPAN — sourcing platform manufacturer record
Q. What's the inquiry process for AstaReal Inc.?
Submit an inquiry through OEM JAPAN's form on this page describing your target product, target market, MOQ, and timeline. The operator team verifies the inquiry, contacts AstaReal Inc. on your behalf, and returns with availability, pricing, lead time, and required documentation. There is no direct fee for buyers using this matching service.
Sources
- OEM JAPAN — buyer guide
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Last updated: 2026-04-23