Lutein Powder/xanthophyll/poultry premix pigment/feed additive

lutein powder (food grade is a kind of Natural pigment that is widely used for adding color to food, cosmetics, tobacco...

lutein powder (food grade) is obtained from fresh marigold flower under the processes of fermentation, extraction, concentration, saponification and separation. Its main components are lutein and dextrin.

 

Application:1.It is mainly used in food,medicine and health care products. Recommending dosages : 0.01-0.2% or add under the need.

2.It can effectively delay the deterioration of eyesight and blindness that is caused by the macula lutea degradation;

3.It can also reduce the risk of cataracts, prevent the degradation of muscle, and delay the cardiovascular sclerosis, coronary heart disease, and tumour pathological changes caused by aging.

 

Using method: it  can be added directly and use after being mixed with other ingredients.

 

Characteristics: Yellow powder or orange powder, above 90% pass 80 mesh sieve. No unpleasant smell, slightly soluble in water and vegetable oils, easily 

soluble in ethanol with content of 80% or more. PH value of 1% water solution is from 7.5 to 8.

 

Quality Index

Xanthophylls content	5%,10%
Moisture	≤8%
Lead	≤3mg/kg
Arsenic	≤3mg/kg
Total bacteria	≤1000cfu/g
Coliform	absent
Pathogenic bacteria	absent

 

The product quality index is in line with the relevant standards of FAO/WHO.

 

Packages: Vacuum-packed in aluminum foil bag, 1kg/bag, outer package should be fiber container, 10bags/fiber container.

 

Storage and Validity:  Protect from light and heat. Store in cool, dry, airproof conditions. Validity is 12 months.

Lutein Powder/xanthophyll/poultry premix pigment/feed additive