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Zeaxanthin: a versatile natural substance

Zeaxanthin is one of the most common carotenoid alcohols found in nature. It is one of the two primary xanthophyll carotenoids contained within the retina of the eye. Since the human body cannot produce Zeaxanthin itself, it has to be ingested with food.

Zeaxanthin is obtained from Tagetes Erecta, also known as the Mexican Marigold or the Aztec Marigold. This plant has been used for medicinal purposes and as a natural dye for a long time. Apart from Zeaxanthin it contains various types of carotenoids, like Lutein.


Zeaxanthin supports eye health and can reduce skin inflammation

Zeaxanthin is not only a very strong anti-oxidant, but it also eficiently filters blue light. Studies showed that Zeaxanthin can reduce UVB-induced skin inflammation and improve skin tone after oral intake. Together with Lutein Zeaxanthin has shown in several observational studies a positive effect at the treatment of AMD (age-related macular degeneration). It is supposed that these effect depends on the anti-oxidative impact. Zeaxanthin helps, in combination with Lutein, to filter damaging light and to quench photochemically induced active oxygen species in the eye.

A daily intake of 2 mg is recommended.

Zeaxanthin structural formula


Further uses of Zeaxanthin

Zeaxanthin is also used as a yellow food dye.

In the EU Zeaxanthin is permitted as an animal feed additive with the number E 161h.


We offer Zeaxanthin that has been extracted from Tagetes Erecta in different forms and purities.

Concentration Usage
Zeaxanthin Powder
Zeaxanthin-WD
Zeaxanthin
oil suspension
5% - 90% (HPLC) As a nutritional supplement in capsules and tablets.
5% (HPLC) As a colourant or anti-oxidant in water-based foods like beverages, instant food or cosmetics.
20% (HPLC) As a colourant or anti-oxidant in oil-based foods and cosmetics. As a nutritional supplement in soft capsules.


Packing and storage

Packing: 25 kg paper drum with HDPE bags
Shelf life: 2 years
Storage: Store in a well-closed place with constant low temperature and no direct sun light.


Identifier

CAS-No.: 144-68-3
INCI: Tagetes Erecta Flower Extract



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