Lycopene is part of the family of pigments called carotenoids, which are natural compounds that create the colours of fruits and vegetables. Lycopene is the most powerful antioxidant in the carotenoid family and, with vitamins C and E, protect us from the free radicals that degrade many parts of the body. Lycopene is a bright red carotenoid pigment and phytochemical found in tomatoes and other red fruits.In plants, algae, and other photosynthetic organisms, lycopene is an important intermediate in the biosynthesis of many carotenoids, including beta carotene, responsible for yellow, orange or red pigmentation, photosynthesis, and photo-protection. Lycopene is commonly found in the diet, mainly from dishes prepared with tomato sauce. When absorbed from the stomach, lycopene is transported in the blood by various lipoproteins and accumulates in the liver, adrenal glands, and testes. Key Technical Parameters Appearance Fine powder Color Red to reddish brown Odour & Taste Characteristic Identification Identical to R.S. sample Lycopene 10.0~95.0% Solubility Soluble in water Sieve Analysis 100% through 80 mesh Loss on drying ≤ 8.0% Total Ash ≤ 5.0% Lead (Pb) ≤ 3.0 mg/kg Arsenic (As) ≤ 1.0 mg/kg Cadmium(Cd) ≤ 1.0 mg/kg Mercury(Hg) ≤ 0.1 mg/kg Heavy metal ≤ 10.0 mg/kg Aerobic bacteria(TAMC) ≤1000 cfu/g Yeast/Moulds(TAMC) ≤100 cfu/g Bile-tol.gram- b./Enterobact. ≤100 cfu/g Escherichia coli Absent in 1g Salmonella Absent in 25g Staphylococcus aureus Absent in 1g Aflatoxins B1 ≤ 5 ppb Aflatoxins ∑ B1, B2, G1, G2 ≤ 10 ppb  Function 1. Anti-ultraviolet radiation,Anti-aging and enhancing immunity; 2. Suppression mutagenesis and improving skin allergies; 3. Improving a variety of body tissues; 4. Prevent osteoporosis, lower blood pressure, relieve asthma.  5. Prevent prostatic hyperplasia, prostatitis and other urological diseases; 6. Improve sperm quality, reduce the risk of infertility. 7. Help regulate blood fat; 8. Help to promote the health of the female breast development. Application 1. Food field, it is mainly used as food additives for colorant and health care;  2. Cosmetic field, it is mainly used to whitening, anti-wrinkle and UV protection; 3. Pharmaceutical field, it is made into capsule to prevent malignant cells.