Lutein5%-90%

Latin name: Tagetes Erecta LPart used:FlowerMolecular formula: C40H56O2Molecular weight:568.88Active ingredient:LuteinSpecs: 5%- 90% by HPLCAppearance: Reddish orange yellow fine powder Analysis: ItemSpecificationResultAssay 10% Xanthophylls 10.20% (UV) 90%Saponification 90.18% Organoleptic Appearance Fine Powder Conforms Color Yellow Conforms Odor Characteristic Conforms Taste Characteristic Conforms Part Used Flower of marigold Conforms Physical Characteristics Particle Size NLT100%Through 100 mesh Conforms Loss on Drying 5.0% max 3.17% Heavy metals Total Heavy Metals 10ppm max Conforms Arsenic 2ppm max Conforms Lead 2ppm max Conforms Microbiological Tests Total Plate Count 1000cfu/g max Conforms Total Yeast & Mold 100cfu/g max Conforms E.Coli Negative Negative Salmonella Negative Negative Staphylococcus Negative Negative Function: Marigold extract-Lutein is one kind of mixed carotenoid including zeaxanthin and cryptoxanthin,it is natural colorant,pigment,and antioxidant with stable,safe and reliable effect. Promote the healthy of eye and skin through reducing the risk of macular degeneration,supporting normal eye functions and protecting the retina by blocking harmful blue light.Eliminate free-radicals,protect human body from harm ,improve immunity,protect skin form harmful solar ray.Prevent from cardiopathy and cancerResist arteriosclerosis. Application. Applied in food,pharmaceutical,cosmetics & feed additive. Packing: Two plastic-bags inside,then into 25kgs/paper-drums or 1kg/5kgs aluminum foil bag ,then into 25kgs/paper-drums. Storage: Stored in cool and dry well-closed container,keep away from moisture and strong light/heat. Shelf life:Two years under well storage situation and stored away from direct sun light.