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Marigold
Low concern
Tagetes (Aztec marigold) extract is approved by the FDA for chicken feed coloring. EFSA has evaluated lutein from Tagetes; safety conclusions depend on intake.
Found in
85 products
What it is
Tagetes erecta (Aztec marigold) flowers, source of lutein and xanthophyll pigments used as food coloring.
Natural yellow/orange colorant; source of lutein.
Why it's flagged
- botanical purity; possible allergic reactions in sensitive individuals
What regulators actually say
"The color additive Aztec marigold (Tagetes erecta L.) meal and extract may be safely used in chicken feed."
"The Panel established an ADI for lutein of 1 mg/kg bw/day."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Aztec marigold (Tagetes) meal/extract permitted in chicken feed (21 CFR 73.295)
European Union — EFSA
Lutein (E 161b) re-evaluated; ADI 1 mg/kg bw
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