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Pigment

Carmine

Certificates

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

pH

Heat Stable, Good to pH 5.0 - 11.0

Products

Carmine Lake 4.5% Liquid | Carmine 5% Liquid | Custom Formulations

Approved Countries

Global

Color Swatches

Applications

Description

FoodRGB®’s Carmine natural food color is available as a liquid or powder format. Depending upon the application use and pH, Carmine produces a vivid red, dark red, and pink red natural color. Carmine is heat resistant as well as light resistant. This product works best within the pH range of pH 5.0 through 11.0.

Carmine (/ˈkɑːrmən, ˈkɑːrmaɪn/) – also called cochineal (when it is extracted from the cochineal insect), cochineal extract, crimson lake, or carmine lake – is a pigment of a bright-red color obtained from the aluminium complex derived from carminic acid.[2] Specific code names for the pigment include natural red 4, C.I. 75470, or E120. Carmine is also a general term for a particularly deep-red color. – Quoted from Wiki.

FoodRGB® is a manufacturer and supplier of Carmine natural food color powders and liquids. Our Carmine colors can be scaled to any size company as well as ship and use globally. Our liquid and powder Carmine color can be used in many applications including frozen beverages, fruit preparation, confectionery, baked goods & snacks, seasonings, pickled vegetables, juices, beverages, cocktails & mocktails, jelly, and many more. Contact FoodRGB® today to get your next food project started.

Carmine FAQs

What is Carmine food color?

Carmine is a liquid and powder extract that enhances the color of a food product that has been processed.

Is Carmine used in food coloring?

Yes, Carmine is used in food coloring.

Is Carmine heat stable?

Carmine natural food color is heat stable. The color is best between the pH 5.0 - 11.0.

Which foods use Carmine food coloring?

Many types of food use Carmine natural food coloring. Our Carmine natural food coloring can be used in frozen beverages, fruit preparation, confectionery, baked goods & snacks, seasonings, pickled vegetables, juice, beverages, cocktails & mocktails, jelly and many more.

Is Carmine natural food coloring water soluble?

Yes, Carmine is water soluble. FoodRGB® can also create custom Carmine powder or liquid formulations.

Applications Naturally Colored With

Carmine