Lutein (Marigold Extract)
EATLABEL VERDICT
Generally Safe
Verified food additive with low risk profile
0 pts deduction
Overview & Primary Purpose
Macular carotenoid from marigold petals filtering harmful high-energy blue light and guarding central visual sharpness.
Official Category: Nutritional Enrichment (영양강화제)
3-Nation (KR · US · EU) Regulatory Status
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South Korea (MFDS)
Approved
Approved macular pigment optical density protector
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United States (FDA)
Approved
FDA GRAS blue-light filtering carotenoid
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European Union (EFSA)
Approved
EFSA authorized eye nutrient and color
Commonly Found Foods
Eye-health gummy vitaminsfortified carrot juicesgolden yolk eggs
Safer Clean-Label Alternatives
✓ Zeaxanthin complex✓ Spinach lutein
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