Knowde Enhanced TDS
Identification & Functionality
- Ingredient Name
- Ingredient Origin
- Pigment Type
- Food Ingredients Functions
- Ingredients
- Beta-Carotene
- Food Additive Number
- E 160a, INS 160a
- Technologies
Features & Benefits
- Labeling Claims
- Properties
All carotenoids are insoluble in water and almost insoluble in oil. Nonetheless, through formulation, commercial forms are available for coloring almost any product requiring a yellow to yellow-orange to red color. A standard oil-dispersible form is a micronized suspension containing 30% beta-carotene, readily soluble in hot oil/fat. The standard water soluble form is an emulsification with starch or gelatin, available at 1% or 10% and as a liquid or powder. Selection of the appropriate form will depend on the amount of dispersion required and/or the stabilization required.
All carotenoids are susceptible to oxidation and somewhat, to light. Use of antioxidants such as tocopherols or vitamin C can reduce shelf life loss of visual color. Hue is not affected by pH shifts. Beta-carotene has good stability to heat less than 100°C. Beta-carotene is available kosher and halal certified.
Applications & Uses
- Markets
- Applications
- Food & Nutrition Applications
- Applications
It has found use in yellow to yellow-orange products not requiring clarity. Annatto, turmeric and saffron can be tailored to mimic to beta-carotene’s hue.
Properties
- Color