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Algae-Derived Vegan Vitamin D3 at 120,000 IU/g
Vegan D3™ is a plant-based vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) powder produced from microalgae, not lanolin. Standardized to 120,000 IU per gram and microencapsulated for stability, it is tasteless, odorless, and fully dispersible, the fastest, lowest-cost vitamin D upgrade you can make to capsules, gummies, beverages, and functional foods.
What is Vegan D3™?
Vegan D3™ is a plant-based vitamin D3 powder produced from microalgae and engineered for potency, stability, and clean-label appeal. It delivers 120,000 IU per gram of cholecalciferol, the same highly bioavailable form found in conventional D3, in a microencapsulated matrix that protects it from moisture and oxygen for improved shelf stability. The result is a vegan vitamin D3 that performs like the best lanolin-derived options, without the animal inputs.
Ultra-High Potency (120,000 IU/g)
Standardized to 120,000 IU per gram, Vegan D3 reaches common label targets with a tiny inclusion. That dosage efficiency lowers cost per serving and adds meaningful nutrition with minimal impact on your solids and budget.
Microencapsulated for Stability
A protective matrix surrounds the D3 oil droplets to shield them from moisture and oxygen, supporting reliable potency and shelf-life performance. This lets you plan tighter overages and keep label claims on spec.
Vegan, From Algae Not Lanolin
Most vitamin D3 is extracted from lanolin in sheep's wool. Vegan D3 is sourced from microalgae instead, delivering the same bioavailable cholecalciferol with no animal inputs, ideal for plant-based, ethical, and clean-label products.
Zero Sensory Impact
The powder is tasteless and odorless and disperses cleanly in hot or cold systems, so it will not alter flavor, clarity, or mouthfeel. You add a vitamin upgrade consumers value without changing how the product looks or tastes.
More vitamin D per gram. Less cost per serving.
Vegan D3 packs 120,000 IU of vitamin D3 into a single gram, so manufacturers reach their fortification targets with minimal ingredient volume. That ultra-potent profile saves space in the formula and drives down cost, often to less than a cent per serving.
Dosage Efficiency
Just 6.67 mg supplies the full 800 IU daily value. Using less raw material per dose lowers cost per serving versus lower-potency D3 and frees space for other actives.
Lower Cost Per Serving
A higher upfront price per kilogram still translates to a lower finished-goods cost, because each serving uses so little powder. High potency is the efficient choice over the long run.
Minimal Formulation Impact
The tiny inclusion has minimal impact on solids, so you add meaningful vitamin D nutrition without disrupting your existing formula, certifications, or sensory profile.
Less than a cent per serving
At 120,000 IU per gram, a full 800 IU daily value costs only fractions of a cent in raw material. Vegan D3 transforms everyday products into rich sources of vitamin D3 while keeping your bill of materials lean. It is the fastest, lowest-cost upgrade you can make.
From IU to milligrams, made simple.
Vitamin D3 potency is expressed in International Units (IU), where 1 IU equals 0.025 µg. Because Vegan D3 is standardized to 120,000 IU per gram, converting your target IU into a milligram inclusion is straightforward. Use the reference below to dial in your dose.
What IU really means for your formula
The FDA Daily Value of 800 IU equals just 20 µg of pure vitamin D3, a surprisingly small amount of nutrient with a big role in bone, immune, and overall health. Yet over half of adults fall short of it, which keeps vitamin D one of the most reliable demand drivers on the shelf.
| Target Vitamin D3 | Vegan D3 per Serving |
|---|---|
| 400 IU | 3.33 mg |
| 600 IU | 5.00 mg |
| 800 IU 100% DV | 6.67 mg |
| 1,000 IU | 8.33 mg |
A protective shell built for stability.
Vegan D3 surrounds each cholecalciferol oil droplet with a protective matrix of tapioca maltodextrin and acacia gum. That shell shields the active from moisture, oxygen, and heat throughout manufacturing, storage, and shelf life, so your potency stays where you set it.
Why microencapsulate?
Vitamin D3 is a fat-soluble active that degrades when exposed to oxygen and moisture. By encasing the oil droplets in a stable, food-grade matrix, Vegan D3 safeguards the active and keeps it performing from the day you blend it to the day a consumer takes it.
The same encapsulation makes a naturally oil-based vitamin behave like a free-flowing, water-dispersible powder, which is what makes Vegan D3 so easy to formulate across dry and liquid systems, from capsules and tablets to gummies, beverages, and functional foods.
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Extended Shelf Life
The protective shell keeps D3 stable, preventing degradation from moisture or oxygen.
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On-Spec Potency
Reliable stability lets you plan tighter overages and hold label claims across the run.
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Easy Dispersion
A fat-soluble vitamin behaves like a water-dispersible powder in hot or cold systems.
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Clean Sensory Profile
Encapsulation minimizes the aftertaste and oily feel sometimes tied to oil-based actives.
How Vegan D3 compares to other vitamin D sources.
Vitamin D comes in several forms, from lanolin-derived D3 to plant-based D2. See how algae-derived Vegan D3 compares on source, potency, stability, and clean-label fit.
| Feature | Vegan D3™ (Algae) | Lanolin D3 | Vitamin D2 (Ergocalciferol) | Standard D3 Oil |
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| Source | Microalgae, plant-based | Sheep's wool (lanolin) | Yeast / fungi | Lanolin, oil form |
| Vegan Suitable | Yes | No | Yes | No |
| Form of Vitamin D | D3 (cholecalciferol) | D3 (cholecalciferol) | D2, less preferred form | D3 (cholecalciferol) |
| Potency | 120,000 IU/g standardized | Varies | Varies | Varies, lower in powders |
| Stability | Microencapsulated | Varies | Varies | Oxidation-prone |
| Format | Free-flowing dispersible powder | Powder or oil | Powder | Liquid oil |
| Sensory Impact | Tasteless, odorless | Varies | Varies | Possible oily note |
One ingredient. Almost any format.
Vegan D3 is a tasteless, odorless, freely dispersible powder, so it blends cleanly into both dry and liquid systems. With such a low inclusion rate, it slots into your existing formula without forcing trade-offs on flavor, texture, or certifications.
Specs your R&D and QA teams need.
Vegan D3 (Item No. 003-0300) is produced in a HACCP and FSSC 22000 certified facility to consistent, documented specifications, backed by a full technical data sheet, certificate of analysis, and regulatory statements on request.
Typical Specification
| Attribute | Specification |
|---|---|
| Vitamin D3 Assay | Minimum 120,000 IU / g |
| Source | Cholecalciferol from algae (Chlorella vulgaris) |
| Composition | Tapioca maltodextrin, acacia gum, D3 oil in coconut MCT |
| Appearance | White powder |
| Particle Size | 100% pass 20 mesh |
| Moisture | Max 5% |
| Total Heavy Metals | Max 3 ppm |
| Total Plate Count | Max 3,000 cfu/g |
| E. coli / Salmonella | Negative |
| Shelf Life | 24 months |
| Packaging | 5 kg aluminum bag with deoxidizer |
Certifications & Statements
- Vegan & vegetarian
- Non-GMO
- Gluten-free
- Self-affirmed GRAS
- HACCP & FSSC 22000 facility
- No residual solvents
- No irradiation or ETO
- BSE / TSE free
- WADA compliant
- No Proposition 65 substances
A vitamin D3 upgrade with no trade-offs.
Vitamin D is one of the most universal, durable claims in supplements, food, and beverage, and demand for plant-based options keeps climbing. Vegan D3 lets brands meet both with a single high-potency, algae-derived powder.
Ultra-High 120,000 IU/g
Hit any vitamin D label target at a tiny inclusion rate, freeing space and budget for the rest of your formula.
- 120,000 IU per gram
- 6.67 mg meets 100% DV
- Less than a cent per serving
Plant-Based, Not Lanolin
Sourced from microalgae instead of sheep's wool, Vegan D3 unlocks vegan, plant-based, and clean-label positioning without sacrificing the preferred D3 form.
- Algae-derived cholecalciferol
- Vegan and vegetarian
- Ethical, clean-label story
Stable & On-Spec
Microencapsulation protects D3 from moisture and oxygen, so you can plan tighter overages and hold label claims throughout shelf life.
- Moisture and oxygen barrier
- Reliable potency over time
- Lower overage waste
Easy to Formulate
A free-flowing powder that disperses in hot or cold systems, with no discernible taste or odor to disrupt your finished product.
- Tasteless and odorless
- Hot and cold dispersible
- Drops into existing formulas
Documented & Compliant
Produced in a HACCP and FSSC 22000 facility. Non-GMO, gluten-free, vegan, self-affirmed GRAS, and WADA compliant, with a full TDS on request.
- Full TDS and COA on request
- Non-GMO and gluten-free
- Self-affirmed GRAS
Sourcing You Can Rely On
As a San Diego based distributor, Select Ingredients pairs Vegan D3 with local inventory, shorter lead times, and full quality documentation to keep launches on schedule.
- Local US inventory
- Shorter lead times
- Hands-on formulation support
Ready to add plant-based vitamin D3 to your next product?
Whether you are building a vegan D3 capsule, an immune gummy, a fortified beverage, or a daily multivitamin, Vegan D3 gives you one high-potency, algae-derived ingredient to anchor the claim.
- 120,000 IU/g, plant-based cholecalciferol
- Microencapsulated for shelf stability
- Tasteless, odorless, easy to formulate
- Full TDS, COA, and samples on request
Request samples, full specs, and wholesale pricing. Our applications team will help scope your target IU dose, format, and clean-label claim language.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions from R&D, regulatory, and brand teams.
What is Vegan D3™?
Vegan D3™ is a plant-based vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) powder derived from microalgae and standardized to a minimum of 120,000 IU per gram. It is microencapsulated to protect the D3 from moisture and oxygen, and is tasteless, odorless, vegan, and Non-GMO, a clean-label alternative to lanolin-derived D3.
How is Vegan D3 different from regular vitamin D3?
Most vitamin D3 is derived from lanolin, a waxy substance from sheep's wool, which does not meet vegan, plant-based, or certain religious dietary standards. Vegan D3 delivers the same highly bioavailable cholecalciferol from microalgae instead, with no animal inputs.
How much Vegan D3 powder do I need per serving?
Because Vegan D3 is standardized to 120,000 IU per gram, just 6.67 mg supplies the full 800 IU (100% Daily Value). For reference: 400 IU is 3.33 mg, 600 IU is 5.00 mg, 800 IU is 6.67 mg, and 1,000 IU is 8.33 mg.
Why is microencapsulation important for vitamin D3?
Microencapsulation surrounds the D3 oil droplets with a protective matrix of tapioca maltodextrin and acacia gum that shields them from moisture and oxygen. This supports reliable potency and shelf-life performance, letting formulators plan tighter overages and keep label claims on spec across capsules, tablets, gummies, and beverages.
Does Vegan D3 affect taste, odor, or texture?
No. Vegan D3 is tasteless and odorless and disperses cleanly in hot or cold systems, so it will not alter the flavor, clarity, or mouthfeel of a finished product. The tiny inclusion rate adds a meaningful vitamin upgrade without changing how the product looks or tastes.
Is Vegan D3 water dispersible?
Vitamin D3 is naturally fat-soluble, but the microencapsulation technology in Vegan D3 creates a freely water-dispersible powder that blends into water-based systems such as beverages and drink mixes without compromising performance.
How do I request samples, specs, and pricing?
Reach out through the Request a Sample & Quote button or email sales@selectingredients.com. Typical response time is one business day. We will share samples, the technical data sheet, certificate of analysis, and wholesale pricing based on your target format and volume.