Tetraselmis chuii – Microalgae Powder

Technical Specifications

*All values are indicative and may vary between batches. Please request a current Certificate of Analysis for exact specifications.

Production and Cultivation

Tetraselmis chuii is found naturally in fresh and brackish water environments worldwide, particularly in tropical and subtropical regions. It can grow in a variety of aquatic environments including rivers, lakes, and ponds. For commercial purposes, it is cultivated in closed systems such as algae tanks or laboratory settings, allowing controlled production conditions.

Ordering & Contact

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FAQ

What is Tetraselmis chuii?

Tetraselmis chuii is a small, green unicellular microalgae found in fresh and brackish water environments worldwide. It is characterized by high photosynthetic activity and a broad nutrient profile that makes it valuable across multiple industries.

What is Tetraselmis chuii used for?

It is primarily used as feed in aquaculture and aquaristics. It is also used in food supplements and cosmetic formulations due to its nutrient content and antioxidant properties [6, 7, 8].

What safety data is available for Tetraselmis chuii?

A 90-day feeding study assessing the safety of lyophilized Tetraselmis chuii biomass (TetraSOD®) found no adverse effects at the tested intake levels, supporting its tolerability for use in food supplement applications. The study was conducted in accordance with standard toxicological assessment protocols and provides a documented safety basis for formulators and regulatory teams evaluating this ingredient [7].

What nutrients does Tetraselmis chuii contain?

Tetraselmis chuii contains proteins, dietary fibre, vitamins A, C and E, minerals including potassium, magnesium and calcium, omega-3 fatty acids including EPA, and a range of pigments including beta-carotene, lutein, neoxanthin, violaxanthin, and diadinoxanthin [3, 4, 5].

What are the cosmetic applications of Tetraselmis chuii?

Due to its antioxidant compounds, Tetraselmis chuii is used in cosmetic products including shampoos and face masks. It may help protect the skin from free radicals and external influences [6, 8].

What industries use Tetraselmis chuii?

The microalgae is used in aquaculture and aquaristics as animal feed, in the food industry as a supplement ingredient, and in cosmetics for its antioxidant and functional properties [6, 7, 8].

How is Tetraselmis chuii cultivated?

It can be cultivated in closed systems such as algae tanks or laboratory environments. In nature it grows in fresh and brackish water environments across tropical and subtropical regions worldwide.

What pigments does Tetraselmis chuii contain?

Tetraselmis chuii contains beta-carotene, lutein, neoxanthin, violaxanthin, and diadinoxanthin. These pigments contribute to the green appearance of the microalgae and are associated with antioxidant activity.

What are the extracellular vesicles derived from Tetraselmis chuii and what are their properties?

Extracellular vesicles derived from Tetraselmis chuii — referred to as nanoalgosomes — are nanoscale particles naturally released by the microalgae. A 2024 study published in Communications Biology demonstrated that these vesicles are biocompatible and exhibit antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, as well as a unique bone tropism — meaning they show a natural affinity for bone tissue. This makes them of particular interest for advanced cosmetic and nutraceutical research applications, including potential use in anti-aging formulations and bone health supplementation. Research into their therapeutic and functional potential is ongoing [8].

Sources

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2. Tetraselmis chuii – Wikipedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tetraselmis_chui
3. Cokdinleyen M, Alvarez-Rivera G, Tejera JLG, Mendiola JA, Valdés A, Kara H, Ibáñez E, Cifuentes A. Tetraselmis chuii Edible Microalga as a New Source of Neuroprotective Compounds Obtained Using Fast Biosolvent Extraction. Int J Mol Sci. 2024 Mar 31;25(7):3897. doi: 10.3390/ijms25073897. PMID: 38612712. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38612712/
4. Paterson S, Villanueva-Bermejo D, Hernández-Ledesma B, Gómez-Cortés P, de la Fuente MA. Supercritical CO₂ extraction increases the recovery levels of omega-3 fatty acids in Tetraselmis chuii extracts. Food Chemistry. 2024 Sep 30;453:139692. doi: 10.1016/j.foodchem.2024.139692. PMID: 38781905. (https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38781905/)
5. Anjos L, Estêvão J, Infante C, Mantecón L, Power DM. Extracting protein from microalgae (Tetraselmis chuii) for proteome analysis. MethodsX. 2022 Feb 17;9:101637. doi: 10.1016/j.mex.2022.101637. PMID: 35242618. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35242618/
6. Adamo G, Fierli D, Romancino DP, Picciotto S, Barone ME, Aranyos A, Božič D, Morsbach S, Raccosta S, Stanly C, Paganini C, Gai M, Cusimano A, Martorana V, Noto R, Carrotta R, Librizzi F, Randazzo L, Parkes R, Capasso Palmiero U, Rao E, Paterna A, Santonicola P, Iglič A, Corcuera L, Kisslinger A, Di Schiavi E, Liguori GL, Landfester K, Kralj-Iglič V, Arosio P, Pocsfalvi G, Touzet N, Manno M, Bongiovanni A. Nanoalgosomes: Introducing extracellular vesicles produced by microalgae. J Extracell Vesicles. 2021 Apr;10(6):e12081. doi: 10.1002/jev2.12081. PMID: 33936568. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33936568/
7. Mantecón L, Moyano R, Cameán AM, Jos A. Safety assessment of a lyophilized biomass of Tetraselmis chuii (TetraSOD®) in a 90 day feeding study. Food Chem Toxicol. 2019 Nov;133:110810. doi: 10.1016/j.fct.2019.110810. PMID: 31505236. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31505236/
8. Adamo G, Santonicola P, Picciotto S, Gargano P, Nicosia A, Longo V, Aloi N, Romancino DP, Paterna A, Rao E, Raccosta S, Noto R, Salamone M, Deidda I, Costa S, Di Sano C, Zampi G, Morsbach S, Landfester K, Colombo P, Wei M, Bergese P, Touzet N, Manno M, Di Schiavi E, Bongiovanni A. Extracellular vesicles from the microalga Tetraselmis chuii are biocompatible and exhibit unique bone tropism along with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Commun Biol. 2024 Aug 3;7(1):941. doi: 10.1038/s42003-024-06612-9. PMID: 39097626. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39097626/