Marigold Extract (Lutein) of Hunan Sunfull Bio-tech Co., Ltd.
Latin Name: Tagetes erecta
Family: Compositae
Part of the Plant Used: Flower
Active Ingredients
Lutein, Zeaxanthin
Product Specification
90% Lutein by HPLC
10%~20% lutein (Oil-type)
Water-dispersible 5%~10% granulate
Different specs available
Molecular Structure of Lutein
Molecular formula: C40H56O2
Molecular weight: 568.87
CAS No.: 127-40-2
HPLC Chromatogram of Marigold Flower Extract 90% Lutein
Lutein from Tagetes erecta L. is a purified extract obtained from the petals of marigold flowers with grain alcohol, which is a carotenoid and provides nutritional support for our eyes and skin - the only organs of the body directly exposed to the outside environment. Lutein has been linked to promoting healthy eyes through reducing the risk of macular degeneration, specifically its role in reducing the risk of Age Related Macular Degeneration (AMD). lutein also filters the high-energy, blue wavelengths of light from the visible-light spectrum by as much as 90%. Other studies suggest that lutein may provide supplemental antioxidant capacity to the skin, helping counteract free radical damage, for cardiovascular health, lutein present in blood serum may favorably impact arterial wall thickening, a component of atherosclerosis. Women's health research suggests lutein may also have a role during pregnancy and lactation.
On the other hand, since prehispanic times, this plant has been used for medicinal purposes. It has been used to treat stomach ache, parasites, diarrhea, liver illnesses, vomiting, indigestion and toothache among other illnesses.
Physiological Functions
1. Eye Health
2. Skin-care products
3. Cardiovascular Health
4. Women's Health
Applications
Lutein is used as a colouring agent in foods such as baked goods and baking mixes, beverages and beverage bases, breakfast cereals, chewing gum, dairy product analogs, egg products, fats and oils, frozen dairy desserts and mixes, gravies and sauces, hard candy, infant and toddler foods (other than infant formula), milk products, processed fruits and fruit juices, soft candy, and soups and soup mixes. The intended food uses and use levels (2.0 -330 mg/kg) are presented in Appendix 1.
Company Introduction
HUNAN SUNFULL BIO-TECH Co., Ltd., certified with ISO9001, ISO22000, Kosher, HALAL & HACCP, and specialized in the R&D, production and marketing of high value green tea and botanical extracts for dietary supplement, beverages, cosmetics & pharmaceuticals. We're the global leading manufacturer of green tea EGCG, (-)-Epicatechin, L-theanine, Theaflavins & Tea Polysacchrides. Our key botanical extracts including Aronia extract, Broccoli extract (Sulforaphane), Ginseng extract, Luo han guo extract, Maca extract, Milk thistle extract, etc. And many APIs (Amygdalin, Magnolol, Polydatin, Resveratrol, Sanguinarine, Swertiamarin, etc. ) Our products have been enjoying great popularity in the world markets due to their superior quality and competitive prices. SUNFULL also has becoming the 1st choice of natural ingredientsto many global famous enterprises and their most important strategic partner in China.