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Imbarex S.A. Carminic Acid 90%

Imbarex Carminic Acid is a dark reddish-brown colored powder produced from the cochineal. It is obtained by a solvent extraction of the carminic acid, followed by a process of elimination of proteins, a crystallization process and a final spray drying. It provides an intense colored solution that can go from orange to red.

INCI Name: Carmine

Ingredient Name: Carminic Acid

Functions: Food Coloring, Pigment

Pigment Type: Organic Pigments

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Identification & Functionality

Features & Benefits

Applications & Uses

Markets
Applications
Food & Nutrition Applications
Applications

Juices, drinks, alcoholic drinks, jams, desserts / pastries and other food products in aqueous phase. Orange to red hue in the final product, depending on the pH on the food product and amount used. Soluble in the whole range of pH to use especially in low pH products.

Directions for use

Dilute using smooth water only at room temperature. Use constant agitation when adding powder.

Properties

Color
Physical Form
Solubility
Soluble in
Aqueous Solutions in all pH Range
Microbiological Values
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Total Viable CountMax. 1000cfu/ g-
Total YeastsMax. 100cfu/ g-
Total MoldsMax. 100cfu/ g-
E. coli NumerationMax. 3MPN / g-
Specifications
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Carminic AcidMin. 90.0%-
MoistureMax. 10.0--
pH (1% in aqueous solution)Max. 10.0--
Density0.30 - 0.45Kg/L-
Heavy Metals
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
ArsenicMax. 1ppm-
LeadMax. 1.5ppm-
MercuryMax. 0.5ppm-
CadmiumMax. 0.1ppm-

Regulatory & Compliance

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Packaging
  • Available in 5, 20 and 25 kg Plastic bags.
  • Available inside PE drums or cardboard boxes..

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life
2 years
Storage
  • Store in a cool (15°C - 25°C), dry and ventilated area in its proper container tightly sealed.
  • If the product is stored under these conditions, it will maintain its properties up to 2 years from the date of manufacture