| English Name | Marigold Extract |
| Latin name | Tagetes erecta L |
| Used part | Flower |
| Active ingredient | Lutein
|
| Specification | 5%-80% |
| Assay Method | HPLC |
| Appearance | Orange Yellow Fine Powder |
Lutein is a carotenoid found in vegetables and fruits. It acts as an antioxidant, protecting cells against the damaging effects of free
radicals.Lutein is one kind of mixed carotenoid including zeaxanthin and cryptoxanthin. It is natural colorant, pigment, and antioxidant with stable, safe and reliable effect.
(1). Lutein can protect our eyesight, with the function of delaying eye's ageing;
(2). Lutein has the antioxidant effect, reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease, coronary heart disease and cancer;
(3). Lutein can postpone early atherosclerosis process ;
(4). Lutein has effect of inhibiting cancer, such as breast cancer, prostate cancer and colorectal cancer.
Application:
(1). Applied in food field, as a kind of natural colorant, adding shine for goods;
(2). Applied in health product field, lutein can replenishes nourients for eyes, and protecting the retina;
(3). Applied in cosmetics field, lutein is used to reduce age pigment of people.