Specification:

Lutein 5% powder

Description:

Orange red powder, processed from flower of Tagetes erecta L．

Introduction:

Lutein esters found in flower petals is chemically bound to various types of fatty acids. In these cases it is said that Lutein is esterified and is commonly known as Lutein ester. Lutein can be obtained from extracts of marigold flowers (tagetes erecta l) that contain high concentration of Lutein ester. Richem’s Lutein esters are derived from marigold flowers, which is a rich, safe and natural source for Lutein.

Lutein esters are one of the 600 naturally occurring fat-soluble antioxidant carotenoids biochemical's widely found in fruits and vegetables. Lutein effectively controls free radical generation and the resultant oxidation damage.

Lutein esters have rich nutraceutical benefits and are found to have varied applications such as: Nutritional supplement, Food colorant, Feed supplement

Lutein helps protect from oxidative stress and high-energy light, protect against blindness, macular degeneration. The Lutein market is segmented into Pharmaceutical, Nutraceutical, Food, Pet Foods and Animal Feed and Fish Feed. It is one of the fastest growing areas of the carotenoids market.

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Package: vacuumed sealed package.

Storage:  Store in cool & dry place. Keep away from strong light & heat.

Shelf life:       One (1) years when properly stored.