Fermented Red Rice

ULTRARED® is a functional ingredient based on fermented red rice, obtained through a natural fermentation process of rice by the yeast Monascus purpureus. It is an ingredient with a long tradition of use, known for centuries and now used in nutraceutical formulations dedicated to lipid metabolism, in compliance with current regulations.

Origin and production process

ULTRARED® is obtained by solid-state fermentation of rice, conducted under controlled conditions to ensure reproducibility, safety and constant quality of the raw material.

Pharmanutra Ingredients selected ULTRARED® after a thorough evaluation of the production processes and quality characteristics of the ingredient, with the aim of offering its partners a reliable fermented red rice that complies with international standards. ULTRARED® fermented red rice is exclusively natural, derived from fermentation, as certified and verified through dedicated controls.

Quality standards and control

The quality of ULTRARED® is guaranteed by a rigorous control system, including periodic testing of both raw materials and finished products. In particular, the manufacturing process and analytical controls enable:

  • exclusion of any adulteration with synthetic lovastatin
  • guaranteed controlled citrinin content, below detectable levels
  • compliance with European limits for pesticides, aflatoxins, and heavy metals

Production is carried out in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), ensuring high standards of safety and quality.


Data sheet, safety data sheet (SDS) and technical documentation available upon request

Nutritional overview

Fermented red rice naturally contains monacolins, including monacolin K, obtained exclusively through fermentation. ULTRARED® is developed as a functional ingredient for formulations requiring accurate control of the origin, composition and safety of fermented red rice.

  • Raw material from organic rice
  • Natural solid-state fermentation
  • Origin exclusively from fermentation
  • Citrinin content control (below detectable levels)
  • Compliance with European limits for pesticides, aflatoxins and heavy metals
  • Manufactured to GMP
  • Steam sterilisation
  • No irradiation
  • Absence of additives

  • Food supplements

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