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Product Name: Marigold Extract Powder

Latin Name: Tagetes erecta L.

Other Names: Marigold Flower Extract, Lutein Extract, Tagetes Extract

Source: Tagetes erecta Flowers

Family: Asteraceae

Part Used: Flower

Active Compounds: Lutein, Zeaxanthin, Carotenoids, Flavonoids, Phenolic Compounds

Appearance: Orange Yellow to Yellow Fine Powder

Specification: Lutein 5%, 10%, 20%, 80%; Zeaxanthin Customized Specifications Available

Application: Pet Supplements & Animal Nutrition Functional Ingredients

Certification: FDA, KOSHER, HALAL, FSSC22000

In Stock: 100 Tons

Package: 25 kg/Fiber Drum

Zenpet is one of the best manufacturers and suppliers of marigold extract powder in China. The company offers high-quality customized products with reasonable price for customers around the world. Welcome to wholesale bulk marigold flower extract powder in stock from our factory. We usually supplied in 25kg fiber drums or multi-layer kraft bags with inner liners.

What is Marigold Extract Powder?

Best feed-grade Marigold Extract Powder derived from Tagetes erecta L. flowers. Bulk lutein powder with 2%, 5%, 10%, 20% lutein specifications. It is primarily used in animal nutrition to safely pigment egg yolks, poultry skin, and aquatic species while providing antioxidant health benefits.

Zenpet Supply Specifications:

Product Grade Lutein Content Application
Marigold Extract Powder 2% 2% Lutein Animal feed, poultry, aquaculture
Marigold Extract Powder 5% 5% Lutein Pet food premixes
Marigold Extract Powder 10% 10% Lutein Premium pet supplements
Marigold Extract Powder 20% 20% Lutein High-performance formulas
Marigold Extract Powder 80%+ High Purity Lutein Advanced nutraceutical pet products

Marigold Extract Powder Specifications

Specification Item Standard
Product Name Marigold Extract Powder
Botanical Name Tagetes erecta L.
Plant Part Used Flower
Appearance Orange-yellow fine powder
Active Ingredient Lutein
Available Lutein Specifications 2%, 5%, 10%, 20%, 80% (customized)
Carrier Corn starch / rice bran / modified starch (customizable)
Particle Size 80–100 mesh
Moisture ≤5%
Ash ≤5%
Heavy Metals Meets feed-grade standards
Lead (Pb) ≤10 ppm
Arsenic (As) ≤2 ppm
Total Plate Count ≤1,000 CFU/g
Yeast & Mold ≤100 CFU/g
Salmonella Negative
E. coli Negative
Solubility Dispersible in oil; insoluble in water
Storage Cool, dry place, protected from light
Shelf Life 24 months

Sourcing Marigold Flower Extract Powder for your brand? Talk to the team that’s supplied the industry’s leading brands for over 20 years. Every Zenpet sample ships with third-party verified analysis, Evaluate it against anything on the market. Contact us today!

Marigold Extract Powder – Pet and Animal Nutrition Formula Solutions

Marigold extract is widely used as a natural source of lutein, a carotenoid with antioxidant properties. In pet food applications, lutein from marigold extract has been evaluated for supporting eye health and immune function.

Pet & Animal Nutrition Formulas

Application Target Animal Dosage Equivalent Active Lutein Level Function
Premium Dog Food Dogs (adult/senior) 5–20 mg/kg feed Depends on specification (2–20% lutein) Eye health, antioxidant support, immune support
Cat Food Formula Cats 5–20 mg/kg feed Adjust according to lutein concentration Retinal protection, oxidative stress management
Pet Functional Treats Dogs & Cats 10–50 mg/kg treat formula Based on lutein target Functional ingredient enhancement
Senior Pet Nutrition Dogs/Cats >7 years 10–30 mg/kg feed Higher lutein targeting Aging eye and cellular antioxidant support
Poultry Feed (Layer) Laying hens 0.5–2 g/kg feed Approx. 10–40 mg lutein/kg feed depending on extract Egg yolk pigmentation & lutein enrichment
Broiler Feed Broilers 0.75–3 g/kg feed Depends on lutein percentage Antioxidant capacity & meat quality support
Aquaculture Feed Fish/Shrimp 50–100 mg/kg feed According to carotenoid content Natural coloration & antioxidant protection
Livestock Feed Ruminants 10–50 mg/kg feed Adjust based on formulation Oxidative stress protection

Note: Dosage should be adjusted according to lutein concentration. Commercial marigold extracts are commonly standardized from 2%, 5%, 10%, 20% up to higher lutein specifications.

Marigold Extract Powder vs Synthetic Lutein Powder

Feature Marigold Extract Synthetic Lutein
Source Natural flower extract Chemical synthesis
Consumer Positioning Clean-label Synthetic ingredient
Carotenoid Profile Lutein + natural carotenoids Mainly isolated lutein
Pet Food Marketing Premium natural positioning Functional ingredient
Sustainability Plant-based Chemical manufacturing

Marigold Extract vs Beta-Carotene Powder

Feature Marigold Extract Astaxanthin
Source Plant Microalgae
Primary Benefit Lutein nutrition & pigmentation Strong antioxidant & coloration
Cost Position Medium Premium
Main Market Poultry & pet nutrition Aquaculture & premium supplements

Marigold Extract vs Astaxanthin Powder

Feature Marigold Extract Astaxanthin
Source Plant Microalgae
Primary Benefit Lutein nutrition & pigmentation Strong antioxidant & coloration
Cost Position Medium Premium
Main Market Poultry & pet nutrition Aquaculture & premium supplements

Why Choose Zenpet?

1. Free sample available: Lutein Extract Powder Suppliers 10-30g samples could be offered for your R&D trial. Qty: 1ton, Delivery method: FOB/CIF.

2. Quality and Purity: A pet food ingredient supplier ensures that their Tagetes Extract Powder is of the highest quality and purity. They often use third-party testing and provide a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to guarantee the product’s safety and efficacy.

3. Our Certificates: Over the years, we have been committed to product manufacture optimization and quality system establishment. We’ve set up the quality management system and obtained certificates for it. We provide ISO9001, Halal, Kosher, etc.

4. Customized Bulk Supply
We support:
Small trial orders
Bulk container supply
Private label manufacturers
Ingredient distributors

5. Global Export Capability
Markets served:
USA
Europe
Australia
Canada
Middle East
Asia-Pacific
Zenpet can supply Bulk Marigold Flower Extract Powder with customized active specifications, formulation support, COA documentation, and export-ready quality systems. Contact us today!

ItemSpecification
Standard Packaging25 kg drum
Custom PackagingAvailable
Storage Temperature≤25°C
ProtectionAvoid moisture, oxygen, and sunlight
Shelf Life24 months