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[Problem] To provide an oily composition containing carotenoids such as astaxanthin, lutein, β-carotene and the like, which are poorly soluble in water, and is excellent in emulsifying property and in vivo absorption of carotenoids. Make it an issue. An oily composition containing one or more carotenoids selected from astaxanthin, lutein, and β-carotene, wherein (A) glycerin or polyglycerin having 1 to 2 glycerin units and caprylic acid as an ester Bound glycerin fatty acid esters or polyglycerin fatty acid esters, (B) polyglycerin condensed ricinoleate, (C) An oily composition containing a polyglycerol fatty acid ester in which oleic acid is ester-bonded to polyglycerin having 5 to 10 glycerin units. [Selection diagram] Fig. 1 |