Enhanced TDS
Knowde-enriched technical product data sheet
Identification & Functionality
- Ingredient Name
- Ingredient Origin
- Food Ingredients Functions
- Food Additive Number
- E 160 b(ii), INS 160 b(ii)
- Technologies
Features & Benefits
- Food Ingredients Features
Applications & Uses
- Markets
- Applications
- Food & Nutrition Applications
- Applications
This Product is primarily designed for use in products with low pH such as fruit fillings, salad dressings, dessert products, fruit juice drinks, beverages, etc. This product is also commonly used in systems with pHs greater than 4.0. It produces a yellowish-orange color depending on the product and the quantity used.
- Directions for use
Dilute using smooth water and Potassium Hydroxide at a temperature of 50°C (max). Use constant agitation when adding powder. Sift through a net of 200 mesh. After cooling down to room temperature, add Potassium Hydroxide in order to reach a pH of 12.8 – 13.00.
Properties
- Solubility
- Soluble in
- water
- Microbiological Values
- Specifications
- Heavy Metals
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Total Viable Count | max. 1000 | cfu/ g | |
| Total Yeasts | max. 100 | cfu/ g | |
| Total Molds | max. 100 | cfu/ g | |
| Salmonella | Absent in 25 g | - | - |
| E. coli Numeration | max. 3 | MPN / g |
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Total Carotenoids (Expressed as Norbixin) | 10.0 - 20.0 | % | - |
| pH (1% aqueous solution) | min. 9.0 | ||
| Density | 0.35 - 0.45 | Kg/L | - |
| Moisture | max. 10.0 | % |
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Arsenic | max. 1 | ppm | |
| Lead | max. 2 | ppm | |
| Mercury | max. 1 | ppm | |
| Cadmium | max. 1 | ppm | |
| Total Heavy Metals | max. 10 |
Regulatory & Compliance
- Approvals and Labeling
The color is in full compliance with the specifications for identity and purity given by the JECFA, with the EU Regulation 231/2012/EC, with later amendments for E160b (ii), and with existing legislation described in 21 CFR 73.30, 73.1030 and 73.2030. The product itself is not a GMO and no GMO ingredient is contained in it or used during its production process. No GM labeling on the final food product is required.
Packaging & Availability
- Packaging
- Available in 5, 20 and 25 kg Plastic bags
- Available inside PE drums or Fiber drums
Storage & Handling
- Shelf Life
- 6 months
- Storage
It should be protected from direct exposure to light and heat. Store in cool (5°C to 15oC), dry and ventilated area in a tightly sealed container.