Clean, water-soluble golden yellow with broad pH and heat stability.
- Powder
- Liquid
Overview
Crocin-rich extract from gardenia fruit that dissolves instantly and stays clear in solution. Popular in noodles, rice cakes, jellies and ready-to-drink teas across Asian markets.
Stability Profile
- pH Stability
- pH3–9
- Heat Resistance
- ≤120°C
- Light Stability
- Excellent
- Water Solubility
- Excellent
Technical Specifications
- Source
- Gardenia fruit (Gardenia jasminoides)
- Color Family
- Natural Yellow
- Available Forms
- Powder / Liquid
- Main Constituents
- Crocin, Crocetin
- Quality Standard
- GB7912-2010
- Color Value
- E60–E500
- Shelf Life
- 24 months
- Packaging
- Powder: 1 kg / 5 kg bags; liquid: 5 kg drums
- Storage
- Sealed, cool and dry place, away from light
- Compliance
- GB
- Halal
Typical Applications
Permitted Applications (GB 2760)
Margarine and similar products, frozen desserts (except edible ice), preserved fruit, cocoa & chocolate products, confectionery, instant noodles, cakes, biscuits, bakery fillings, cooked meats, beverage powders, jellies and more.
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