MicroActive® Lutein Esters
MicroActive® Lutein Esters are a powerful antioxidant and a key ingredient for eye health, in particular reducing the onset of macular degeneration. As well, the esters of lutein are more cost effective than free lutein. MicroActive® Lutein Esters is a self-emulsifying system that micronizes and encapsulates the esters thereby improving absorption and creating a sustained release.
Product families
Applications
- Nutraceuticals & Supplements
- Sports Nutrition
Product Families
- Antioxidants
- Phytochemicals & Plant Extracts
- Antioxidants
- Phytochemicals
Other characteristics
- Brand
- BioActives MicroActive
- Functions
- Antioxidant
- Ingredient Name
- Lutein
- Labeling Claims
- Dairy-free
- Active Component
- Lutein, Lutein Esters
- Lutein
- Lutein Esters
- Usage
- Suitable dispersion in oil.
- Safety
Lutein esters, an extract from marigold flowers, is considered by the FDA to be GRAS.
- Source
- Marigold oleoresin
- Status
- Dairy Free
- DSHEA
- US Made
- Markets
- Food & Nutrition
- Storage
Store in original packaging between 10-25°C and protect from light, heat and moisture.
- Function
- Vision support
- Macular Degeneration
- Appearance
- Reddish waxy powder
- Shelf LIfe
- 12months
- Solubility
Insoluble in water, slightly soluble in ethanol, soluble in hexane, ethyl acetate and other hydrocarbon solvents.
- Ingredient
- Lutein
- Technology
- Food Ingredients
- Pharmaceuticals & Nutraceuticals
- Nutrition Segments
- Cosmetics
- Platform Technology
- Nutritional Supplements
- For Soft Gel Application
- Sports Nutrition
- HIGHLIGHTS
Studies of bioavailability indicate that MicroActive Lutein Esters are:; 25 time better absorption than lutein ester in oil; 81 time better absorption than free lutein in oils; 38 times more MicroActive lutein esters in blood serum than free lutein in oil; 42 times more MicroActive lutein esters in blood serum than lutein esters in oil; Sustained release over 72 hours; All subjects also showed similar increases with MicroActive Lutein Esters as compared to the esters or free lutein in oil. The results indicated uniform absorption profile.; Additionally, MicroActice PQQ is produced with the same technology that is responsible for improved uniform absorption in other either water-soluble or fat-soluble actives.
- Mechanism of Action
MicroActive Lutein Esters increases absorption by reducing particle size less than 10 microns thereby promoting more efficient transport through the digestive track and cell walls. In addition, the proprietary mix of polymers in MicroActive Lutein Esters slows the release rate of the esters allowing for absorption over a longer time period. Evidence supports the claim that this combination of greater absorption and sustained release creates a more uniform absorption from subject-to-subject, improving the probability that all consumers will benefit from the active.
- Food Additive Number
- E 161 b, INS 161 b
- Food Ingredients Functions
- Antioxidant
- Certifications and Compliance
- FDA Compliant
- Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS)
- Food and Nutrition Applications
- Dietary Supplements
- Sports Nutrition
Technical data
Table 1 of 2
6 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | max.15% lutein esters | — |
| Quantitative Analysis | Spectrophotometry | — |
| λ Maximum | 445 in hexane | nm |
| Assay (Lutein Esters and Related Carotenoids) | max. 75 | % |
| Heavy Metals | max. 10 | ppm |
| Pesticide Residues (organochlorine, organophosphorus) | None detected | — |
Table 2 of 2
2 rows| Characteristic | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Yeast and Mold | min. 10 (max.10) | cfg/g (cfu/g) |
| Total Plate Count | min. 10 (max.10) | cfu/g |
