Description
Red Cabbage Color is a natural water-soluble colorant extracted from red cabbage (Brassica oleracea var. capitata L.) through advanced extraction and purification processes. The powder form appears as a deep red color and offers excellent coloring properties with unique pH-dependent color changes. This plant-based pigment is widely used in various food and beverage applications in the US market and other regions.
Characteristics
This product is easily soluble in water, ethanol, acetic acid, and propylene glycol solutions, but insoluble in oils. The color solution shows different hues depending on pH levels: bright purple-red at pH <3, stable pink at pH 4-6, and blue to green at pH >6. It demonstrates good light and heat stability in acidic environments, making it particularly suitable for acidic product applications.
Applications
Red Cabbage Color can be used as a natural colorant in various food products:
- Alcoholic beverages
- Carbonated drinks
- Fruit juice beverages
- Jams and preserves
- Confectionery products
- Baked goods
- Dairy products
- Seasonings and sauces
Packaging & Storage
- Packed in sealed, food-grade containers with moisture-proof barriers
- Store in a cool, dry, and dark place, protected from light and moisture
- Shelf life: 24 months under recommended storage conditions
Advantages
- 100% natural plant-based origin
- Unique pH-responsive color properties
- Excellent stability in acidic conditions
- Water-soluble with good dispersibility
- Compliant with US FDA regulations
- Suitable for clean-label products
Specification
| Test Item | Specification | Result | Method Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| IDENTIFICATION | |||
| Appearance | Deep red powder | Complies | Visual |
| Identification | Corresponds to reference standard | Complies | HPLC |
| ASSAY | |||
| Color Value | E10%1cm ≥ 4.0 (at 535 nm, pH 3.0) | E10%1cm = 4.8 | Spectrophotometry |
| PHYSICOCHEMICAL PROPERTIES | |||
| Loss on Drying | ≤ 8.0% | 5.5% | GB 5009.3 |
| IMPURITIES | |||
| Heavy Metals (as Pb) | ≤ 10 mg/kg | < 10 mg/kg | ICP-MS |
| Lead (Pb) | ≤ 2 mg/kg | < 0.5 mg/kg | ICP-MS |
| Arsenic (As) | ≤ 1 mg/kg | < 0.3 mg/kg | ICP-MS |
| MICROBIOLOGICAL QUALITY | |||
| Total Aerobic Microbial Count | ≤ 1000 CFU/g | 180 CFU/g | GB 4789.2 |
| Yeast & Mold | ≤ 100 CFU/g | < 10 CFU/g | GB 4789.15 |
| Escherichia coli | Negative in 1g | Negative | GB 4789.38 |
FAQ
1, What kinds of certificates can you offer?
Foodchem is an ISO2008 9001 certified company, as for Red Cabbage Color, we can offer HACCP, KOSHER, HALAL Certificates, etc.
2, Is Foodchem a manufacturer or just a trading company?
Foodchem is both a manufacturer and trading company, we are Red Cabbage Color Supplier, at the same time, we are a manufacturer of other products.
3, What is the Min Order Quantity of Red Cabbage Color?
Different products have different MOQ, for Red Cabbage Color, the MOQ is 100kg.
4, What is the price of Red Cabbage Color?
Foodchem is a famous Red Cabbage Color supplier and manufacturer in China and has been corporate with many Red Cabbage Color suppliers for several years, we can provide you with cost-effective Red Cabbage Color.
5, How long shall we wait for your reply?
We can guarantee to reply your inquiries of Red Cabbage Color in less than 24 hours in working days.
6, What kinds of transportation types can you provide?
Our main transportation methods include air transportation, land transportation, and water transportation.
7, What kinds of payment terms can you accept?
The most commonly used payment terms are T/T, L/C, D/P, D/A, etc.
8, How long will I receive my good?
Foodchem has its own EDC warehouse in Shanghai when your purchase order has been confirmed, inventory products will deliver within 1 week, other products delivery in 2 weeks.
