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Product Name: Lutein
Other name: Marigold Extract
Part Used: Flower
Specification: 75%-80%(customizable)
Test Method: HPLC
Appearance: Orange-yellow powder
Certificate: KOSHER, HALAL, ISO, ORGANIC
In Stock: 100Kg-5000Kg
Package: 25Kg/Drum or Custom Required
Application: Pet food, animal feed
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Lutein, also known as “phytolutein”, is widely found in vegetables, fruits and some flowers. It is a general term for a class of natural pigments. Its molecular formula is C40H56O2, which is a carotenoid active substance. Carotenoids are mainly divided into two categories according to their different structures: one is hydrocarbon type, called carrots; the other is oxidized type, consisting of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen, called xanthophylls.
There are six types of lutein compounds: lutein (also called lutein), zeaxanthin, cryptoxanthin, citrus xanthin, astaxanthin (also called astaxanthin), canthaxanthin ( Also called canthaxanthin), canthaxanthin. In lutein, only those compounds with oxygen-containing functional groups such as hydroxyl, ketone and carboxyl groups can stain the target tissues of animals, and the deposition of other compounds is very small. Studies have shown (Nelson 1989) (this should be a reference!) The lutein accumulated in subcutaneous fat and egg yolk lipids in broilers is mainly lutein (Lutein) and zeaxanthin (Zeaxanthin). In other words, lutein and zeaxanthin have coloring activity and are called active lutein.
GREEN AGRI lutein derived from the vibrant petals of Tagetes erecta, specially formulated for use in pet food and animal feed. Pets can better protect their eyes by eating lutein. Adding lutein to laying hen feed can make the egg yolk more colorful. In aquaculture, lutein can make the body color of fish and shrimp more colorful, helping farmers to obtain better profits.
Item | Specification |
Product Name | Lutein(Marigold Extract) |
Botanical Source | Tagetes erecta (Marigold Flower) |
Molecular Formula | C40H56O2 |
Molecular Weight | 568.9 g/mol |
CAS No. | 127-40-2 |
Lutein Content | 75%-80% (customizable) |
Appearance | Orange-yellow powder |
Odor & Taste | Characteristic |
Loss on Drying | ≤ 5.0% |
Ash Content | ≤ 5.0% |
Heavy Metals | ≤ 10 ppm |
Lead (Pb) | ≤ 2 ppm |
Arsenic (As) | ≤ 1 ppm |
Cadmium (Cd) | ≤ 1 ppm |
Mercury (Hg) | ≤ 0.1 ppm |
Total Plate Count | ≤ 10,000 CFU/g |
Yeast & Mold | ≤ 100 CFU/g |
Salmonella | Negative/25g |
E. coli | Negative/10g |
GMO Status | Non-GMO |
Allergen Status | Allergen-free |
Storage | Store in a cool, dry place away from light |
Shelf Life | 24 months |
Packaging | 20kg/drum or customized as per requirement |
1. Pet Food (Dogs & Cats): Supports eye health and vision
2. Poultry Feed (Layers, Broilers): Enhances skin, beak, and egg yolk pigmentation naturally
3. Aquaculture: Enhances color of fish skin and flesh (e.g., koi, salmon, shrimp), improves immune resistance and survival rates
With people’s requirements for the color and luster of animal products, the focus of nutrition research is not only to promote the growth of livestock and aquatic products, but also more and more researches are focused on how to improve the color, fragrance, taste, nutrition and other commodities of livestock and aquatic products. In terms of quality, it is its goal to add lutein colorants to feed to meet consumer needs. Lutein is mainly used in the feed for the skin, foot shin, poultry egg yolk, poultry belly fat and aquatic animals such as large yellow croaker, small yellow croaker, pond lice, soft-shelled turtle, yellow catfish, channel catfish, shrimp, crab, etc.
Most animals (including chickens) cannot synthesize lutein by themselves. The lutein needed by animals must be derived from feed. After eating, some pigments are transferred to animal tissues or converted into animal body pigments. Out of different colors. Therefore, the feed formulator must first understand the natural lutein content in the feed ingredients to determine the amount of additional lutein added to the feed to avoid cost waste due to excessive addition, or unsatisfactory coloring effect due to less addition.
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The packaging of lutein plays a vital role in maintaining the freshness, quality and shelf life of the product. Consider the following packaging features:
Packaging Details | 10g/Bag,1Kg/bag/25kg/Drum, According to your requirements |
Port | China main port |
Supply Ability | 5000 Kilogram/Kilograms per Month |
Quantity (kilograms) | 1-500 | >500 |
Lead time (days) | 5 | To be negotiated |
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