Marigold Lutein Extract
Also Knows as: Mexican marigold, African marigold, Big marigold
Marigold Lutein Extract(Tagetes erecta L) is an annual herb that has been commercialized worldwide as an ornamental plant and as a source of natural pigments from its yellow/orange flowers. Tagetes erecta is native to Mexico and Guatemala. It has been intentionally introduced across tropical, subtropical and temperate regions of the world and now it can be found cultivated and naturalized in North and South America, the Caribbean, Africa, Asia, Europe and Oceania. Lutein is a type of vitamin called a carotenoid present in it. It is related to beta-carotene and vitamin A. This plant contains ingredients that might help decrease swelling (inflammation) and spasms, calm the nerves, and reduce blood pressure.
Benefit
Marigold Lutein Extract Benefits & Uses
- Cataracts: Eating higher amounts of lutein is linked with a lower risk of developing cataracts. Taking supplements containing lutein and zeaxanthin reduces the risk of developing cataracts that require surgical removal in people who eat low amounts of lutein and zeaxanthin as part of their diet.
- Age-related mascular degeneration or AMD: People who eat higher amounts of lutein in their diet seem to have a lower risk of developing AMD. Taking lutein supplements for up to 36 months can improve some symptoms of AMD. Greater improvement in symptoms might be seen when lutein is taken for at least 1 year at doses above 10 mg, and when it is combined with other carotenoid vitamins.
- Non-Hodgkin lymphoma: Cancer that starts in white blood cells, People who eat higher amounts of lutein in their diet or take lutein supplements might have a lower chance of developing non-Hodgkin lymphoma.
- Colds & Coughs
- Dysentery
- Fluid retention
- Intestinal worms
- Lutein deficiency
- Menstrual disorders
- Mumps
- Sore breasts & Sore eyes
- Urinary tract infections (UTIs)
Tagetes erecta L. Extract
Marigold Lutein Extract
Human eyes were built to process natural sunlight, not to stare relentlessly at glowing pixels for twelve hours a day. Yet, that screen-heavy reality isn’t changing anytime soon. Because we can’t simply unplug, formulating daily vision support with a premium Marigold extract has shifted from a niche supplement category to a mainstream necessity. Sourced from intensely colored blooms, this Marigold flower extract delivers nature’s most effective optical defense: lutein & zeaxanthin. Think of it as a pair of internal sunglasses that deposits directly into the macula to filter out aggressive blue light. At Extroil Naturals, our highly bioavailable Marigold extract Lutein gives your brand the right botanical tool to address modern oxidative stress. By incorporating our Marigold lutein, you offer consumers meaningful nutritional support for an increasingly digital world.
Our Marigold extract is available in both oil and powder formats to suit different formulation requirements. We offer water-soluble as well as non-water-soluble (oil-soluble) types, standardized for free lutein, lutein ester, and zeaxanthin. Depending on application needs, the ingredient can be supplied in oil, powder, or beadlet form for use in softgels, tablets, capsules, gummies, and other delivery systems.
Overcoming Stability Issues with Premium Marigold Flower Extract and Lutein Extract
Ask any person working on a formulation floor, and they will likely agree: working with raw carotenoids can be very frustrating. These natural pigments are very sensitive to heat and oxygen, and they can deteriorate very quickly if not processed correctly. Deterioration can lead to a final product that may contain the proper label claims, but may not perform to the expected level.
We address this stability concern through a low-heat extraction process to maintain the stability of the natural pigment and the level of the active compounds contained in the final product.
The market for eye health has evolved significantly in the past decade. It is no longer limited to older consumers seeking macular support. Today, e-sports gamers, remote professionals, and students are actively looking for daily digital wellness solutions. When you incorporate our validated supply into tablets, capsules, or functional gummies, you are working with an ingredient supported by documentation, analytical reports, and consistent product quality suitable for wholesale markets.
Specification
| Product Name | Marigold Extract | ||
| Botanical Name | Tagetes erecta L. | ||
| Part Used | Flower | ||
| Active Ingredient | Lutein, Zeaxanthin | ||
| Type | Free / Ester | ||
| PARAMETER | Specification | Method | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assay | 1% – 20% | HPLC | |
| Appearance | Liquid / Powder | Organoleptic | |
| Color | Orange Red | Organoleptic | |
| OTHERS | |||
| Total Heavy metals | NMT 10 ppm | USP<231> | |
| Arsenic | NMT 1 ppm | USP<231> | |
| Cadmium | NMT 1 ppm | USP<231> | |
| Lead | NMT 3 ppm | USP<231> | |
| Mercury | NMT 0.1 ppm | USP<231> | |
| MICROBIOLOGICAL AND PATHOGEN ANALYSIS | |||
| Standard Plate Count | NMT 5000 cfu/gm | USP<61> | |
| Yeast & Moulds | NMT 100 cfu/gm | USP<61> | |
| Coliforms | NMT 10 cfu/gm | USP<61> | |
| E. coli | Absent | USP<61> | |
| Salmonella | Absent | USP<61> | |
| Pseudomonas aeruginosa | Absent | USP<61> | |
| Staphylococcus aureus | Absent | USP<61> | |
Frequently Asked Questions
Why use Marigold for Lutein?
Marigold flowers contain the highest natural concentrations of lutein and zeaxanthin, making marigold extract the most efficient source.
Does it protect against blue light?
Yes, Marigold extract lutein acts as “internal sunglasses,” filtering out high-energy blue light from screens and the sun.
Is it oil-soluble?
We offer various formats of Marigold flower extract, including oil suspensions and beadlets, for different delivery systems.