Legal Registration Details:
CNS No.: 08.123
KFDA No.: Natural Additives, 57
INS No.: 165
Japanese No.: Natural Additives, 134
Source
Gardenia jasminoides
Physical Form
Dark blue powder
Solubility
Soluble in water, aqueous ethanol, and propylene glycol
Standard
Food Grade
Description
Gardenia Blue is a high-quality, food-grade colorant extracted from the Gardenia jasminoides plant using advanced biotechnological methods. This vibrant, dark blue pigment is easily soluble in water, aqueous ethanol, and propylene glycol solutions, but not in organic solvents. It maintains a stable hue in mediums with pH levels from 4 to 8 and exhibits excellent heat resistance up to 120℃, making it suitable for a wide range of culinary applications. Additionally, it shows superior dyeability on proteins, enhancing its usability in various food products. Nearly odorless and tasteless, Gardenia Blue is ideal for enhancing the visual appeal of beverages, pastries, and other edible items without altering their flavor profiles.
Specification: Color Value (E (1%, 1cm, 580~620 nm): 80 Loss on Drying: 7% max. Ash Content: 9% max. Lead (Pb): 3ppm max. Arsenic (As): 2ppm max.
Application: 1) Primary coloring agent for fruit juice-based beverages and fruit-flavored drinks. 2) Enhances the visual appeal of prepared wines and imitation wines. 3) Decorative element in pastries, pastry decorations, cakes, and bakery ware fillings. 4) Adds vibrant hues to popsicles, ice cream, and frozen drinks (excluding edible ice). 5) Ideal for coloring preserves, jams, and puffed foods. 6) Enhances the aesthetic of jellies, flour cakes, candies, and cereal product fillings. 7) Suitable for use in canned chestnuts, salted vegetables, fried nuts and seeds, and other confectioneries. 8) Used in condiments, protein beverages, and solid beverages.
