Lutein
Lutein is a marigold-derived natural yellow-orange pigment supplied in oil-based, emulsified, or powder grades. It is used in supplements, functional foods, confectionery, and selected food systems requiring a yellow to orange-yellow shade.
What is Lutein?
Lutein is sourced from marigold flowers (Tagetes erecta) and is used as a natural coloring ingredient in modern food, beverage, supplement, and specialty formulation systems. It contains Lutein / Lutein Esters and typically appears as a yellow to orange-yellow powder, beadlet, or oil suspension. Depending on the project, it can be supplied in grades tailored to shade intensity, color value, solubility, carrier system, and application compatibility.
As a professional natural color supplier, we focus on reliable batch-to-batch consistency, application-oriented customization, and clean-label positioning. Lutein is widely used where brands need a yellow to orange-yellow visual effect together with practical manufacturing performance in oil-based, emulsified, or powder grades for beverages, supplements, confectionery, and food fortification systems.
Functional Characteristics & Technical Features
- Natural Coloring Performance: Helps deliver a yellow to orange-yellow appearance in suitable product systems.
- Application Flexibility: Can be selected in grades matched to solubility, carrier, and processing requirements.
- Standardized Quality: Produced with attention to identity, consistency, and controlled manufacturing standards.
- Formulation Support: Suitable for use in powders, premixes, tablets, gummies, confectionery, beverages, bakery, and other food systems depending on grade.
- Clean Label Positioning: Supports plant-based or naturally positioned product concepts where applicable.
- B2B Supply Reliability: Available for OEM, formulation development, and bulk ingredient sourcing projects.
Typical Product Specifications
| Product Name | Lutein |
|---|---|
| Botanical / Source | marigold flowers (Tagetes erecta) |
| Coloring Components | Lutein / Lutein Esters |
| Appearance | Yellow to Orange-Yellow Powder, Beadlet, or Oil Suspension |
| Specification | 5%, 10%, 20% or customized application grades |
| Part Used / Source | Flower |
| Solubility | Oil-soluble / Emulsified grades available |
| Test Method | HPLC / UV |
| Shelf Life | 24 Months When Properly Stored |
| Storage | Store in sealed containers in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. |
| Certificates | ISO22000, HACCP, KOSHER, HALAL (subject to specific batch / project requirements) |
Application Fields
- Supplements: Widely used in softgels, tablets, hard capsules, powders, and premix systems.
- Functional Foods: Suitable for gummies, fortified foods, and specialty nutrition products.
- Food Coloring: Can be used where a stable yellow-orange botanical shade is required.
Frequently Asked Questions
What specifications do you offer?
We commonly provide grades matched to application needs, such as 5%, 10%, 20% or customized application grades. Customized options can be discussed according to your target shade, processing conditions, and label positioning.
What grades do you offer?
Lutein can be supplied in multiple strengths and delivery forms such as powder, beadlet, emulsified, or oil suspension grades, depending on the end use.
Is it suitable for vegetarian or vegan formulations?
Yes, lutein sourced from marigold is generally suitable for vegetarian and vegan formulations.
Sample Package
Aluminum Foil Bag
Barrel Package
lron-ringed Cardboard Drum
General Package
25kqs by Drum
General Package
25kqs by Carton
About the Manufacturer
Anrui Biotechnology Co., Ltd. is a specialized exporter of high-quality food ingredients and additives. We focus on global trade and custom formulation services for functional ingredients, delivering consistent, compliant, and premium-quality supply solutions to our worldwide clients.
Headquartered in Guangzhou, China, Anrui collaborates with GMP-certified manufacturing partners equipped with advanced testing facilities, including HPLC, UV-VIS spectrophotometry, and microbiological analysis, ensuring every batch meets strict international quality and regulatory standards.
Our products are exported to over 60 countries, serving industries such as food, beverages, supplements, and cosmetics.
