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Gardenia Blue

FoodRGB Ingredient Gardenia For blue and green Natural Color

Pigment

Gardenia Blue

Certificates

Non-GMO | Kosher | Halal | Gluten-free | Allergen free | Vegan

pH

pH 4.0 - 10.0: Stable color tone

pH 2.5 - 4.0: No precipitation (acid-resistant)

Approved Countries

United States | Asia

Products

E30 Powder | E30 Powder (Acid Stable) | E5 Powder | E10 Powder | E5 Liquid | Custom Formulations

Color Swatches

Applications

Description

Gardenia Blue is produced through enzymatic hydrolysis, fermentation, and refining of geniposide extracted from gardenia fruits. The pigment appears as a dark blue powder or liquid, with aqueous solutions exhibiting a vibrant blue hue. FoodRGB®’s proprietary technology ensures exceptional pH stability:

pH 4.0 - 10.0: Stable color tone

pH 2.5 - 4.0: No precipitation (acid-resistant)

The pigment demonstrates strong protein affinity, broad tonal coverage, and superior acid resistance, making it adaptable to diverse applications across industries and meeting varied customer requirements.

In the realm of food colorants, blue hues hold exceptional value due to their scarcity. Gardenia Blue Pigment, a naturally derived blue colorant, is rapidly emerging as a "rising star" in the food industry, thanks to its unique shade and safety profile. This vivid blue not only delivers striking visual appeal to food products but also aligns with consumers' growing demand for natural, healthy, and aesthetically pleasing ingredients. Today, we delve into the advantages of Gardenia Blue Pigment and its diverse applications in the food sector!

FoodRGB® is the world’s largest producer of gardenia-derived products, FoodRGB® leverages industry-leading technology and economies of scale to maintain full control over its vertically integrated supply chain. From gardenia cultivation to final product manufacturing, every step adheres to stringent quality standards, ensuring premium product quality. The company employs a full lifecycle traceability system, enabling transparent oversight from raw material planting, harvesting, processing, to finished product delivery. Through rigorous source control and digital traceability technologies, FoodRGB® not only meets the high standards for natural pigment quality and safety but also sets a benchmark for sustainable development and standardized management in the industry.

Gardenia Blue FAQs

What is Gardenia Blue used for in food products?

Gardenia Blue is used as a natural blue food color in frozen beverages, confectionery, ice creams, juice & smoothies, beverages, and baked goods & snacks.

How is Gardenia Blue natural color produced?

Gardenia Blue is produced through enzymatic hydrolysis, fermentation, and refining of geniposide extracted from gardenia fruits.

What pH range is Gardenia Blue stable in?

FoodRGB®’s Gardenia Blue has a stable color tone at pH 4.0 - 10.0 and shows no precipitation at pH 2.5 - 4.0.

Is Gardenia Blue available in powder and liquid forms?

Yes, Gardenia Blue is available as dark blue powder or liquid, with aqueous solutions exhibiting a vibrant blue hue.properties.

What products are available for Gardenia Blue?

The available products include E30 Powder, E30 Powder (Acid Stable), E5 Powder, E10 Powder, E5 Liquid, and Custom Formulations.

What certifications does Gardenia Blue have?

Gardenia Blue is Non-GMO, Kosher, Halal, Gluten-free, Allergen free, and Vegan.

In which countries is Gardenia Blue approved?

Gardenia Blue is approved in the United States and Asia. FoodRGB® also uses a full lifecycle traceability system covering raw material planting, harvesting, processing, and finished product delivery.

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