Knowde Enhanced TDS
Identification & Functionality
- Ingredient Name
- Ingredient Origin
- Food Ingredients Functions
- Molecular formula
- C40H56O3 (Capsanthin), C40H56O4 (Capsorubin)
- Ingredients
- Vegetable Oil, Paprika Oleoresin
- Food Additive Number
- E 160 c(i), INS 160 c(i)
- Technologies
- Product Families
- Chemical Structure
- Labeling
USA : Colored with Paprika oleoresin, Paprika oleoresin (Color)
EU : Paprika Extract
Features & Benefits
- Labeling Claims
- Food Ingredients Features
Applications & Uses
- Markets
- Food & Nutrition Applications
- Application
Paprika oleoresin can be used as a food colorant. It is mainly used in seasonings and condiments, biscuit, bakery products, processed meat.
Properties
- Color
- Physical Form
- Solubility
- Molecular Weight
- 584.87 (Capsanthin)
- Molecular weight:
- 600.86 (Capsorubin)
- Flavor
- Characteristic
- Appearance
- Viscous Liquid
- Insoluble in
- Water, Glycerin
- Partially Soluble in
- Ethanol
- Soluble in
- Vegetable oil, Oil
- Physico-Chemical Properties
- Beneficial Properties
Color : Food colorant, delivers a range of hues from orange to red.
Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
Arsenic Conent | max. 3.0 | ppm | Atom absorption |
Assay Capsaicin | max. 0.01 | % | HPLC |
Cadmium Content | max. 1.0 | ppm | Atom absorption |
Color value | Min 100,000 | CU | UV |
Lead Content | max. 2.0 | ppm | Atom absorption |
Mercury Content | max. 1.0 | ppm | Atom absorption |
Solvent Residues | max. 50 | ppm | GC |
Regulatory & Compliance
- Certifications & Compliance
- Regulatory Status
Commission Regulation (EC) No.231/2012 of 9 March 2012 laying down specifications for food additives listed in Annexes II and III Regulation (EC) No. 1333/2008 of the European Parliament and of the Council. Code of Federal Regulations Title 21, Part 73.345
Pesticide residues -In accordance with Regulation (EC) No. 396/2005
Packaging & Availability
- Packaging Type
- Packaging
Packaging suitable for foodstuff
- 25kg HDPE food grade drum
- 200kg Steel drum
- 900kg IBC
Storage & Handling
- Shelf Life
- 12 Months
- Shelf Life
12 months if stored in unopened containers under the recommended storage conditions.
- Stability & Storage
Heat Stability : Stable at temperature below 100°C
pH Stability : Good
Storage Condition : Store in a tightly-closed container in a cool, dry place away from contact with direct sunlight.