Lutein

[ Herb Source ] Marigold Flower
[ CAS No. ]  127-40-2
[ Molecular Formula ]  C40H56O2 
[ Molecular Weight ]  568.88
[ Appearance ]  Orange Yellow Powder
[ Specification ]  Lutein 90%HPLC
[ Application ] 
1. Applied in food field, it is used as a kind of natural colorant, which can add color for goods;
2. Applied in health product field, lutein can replenish nourients for eyes, protect the retina;
3. Applied in cosmetics field, it is always used to reduce age pigment of people.
About Lutein
Lutein is yellow to orange carotenoid found in dark green leafy vegetables like marigold, spinach and kale, yellow corn, egg yolks, squash, and carrots.extracted from marigold flower extract is very hot in market. Lutein is concentrated in the retinas of your eyes, so it's thought to be beneficial for vision. Lutein is also one of the antioxidants that appear to be useful as a supplement. And lutein could help slow down the progression of macular degeneration.
Lutein Powder are widely used in food additives, also used as a medicinal pigment.