Customization: | Available |
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Certification: | ISO |
Assay Method: | HPLC, UV, Tlc |
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Cochineal Powder (also known as Carmine or E120) is a natural red dye derived from cochineal insects. It is commonly used in food, cosmetics, and textiles for vibrant red coloring.
Our Cochineal Powder is sourced from high-quality cochineal insects, processed to preserve its color intensity without additives. It has a rich red color, mild odor, and slightly bitter taste. The powder is highly soluble in water.
This product is used in food (0.1%-0.5%), cosmetics (0.1%-2%), and textiles (2%-5%) for coloring purposes. It stands out for its purity, natural sourcing, and consistent quality, offering a premium product at competitive prices.
COA
Test Parameter | Specification | Test Method | Result |
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Carmine | ≥50% | HPLC | 50.16% |
Appearance | Dark red powder | Visual Inspection | Complies |
Loss on Drying | ≤5.0% | Loss on Drying at 105°C | 3.45% |
Ash Content | ≤5.0% | Ashing Method at 550°C | 3.23% |
Heavy Metals | ≤10 ppm | Atomic Absorption Spectroscopy (AAS) | <5 ppm |
Arsenic | ≤2 ppm | Atomic Absorption Spectroscopy (AAS) | <1 ppm |
Microbial Limits | Total Plate Count <1000 cfu/g; Yeast & Mold <100 cfu/g | Microbial Plate Count Method | <500 cfu/g (TPC); <10 cfu/g (Yeast & Mold) |
E. Coli | Negative | PCR or Enrichment Method | Negative |
Staphylococcus aureus | Negative | Baird-Parker Agar Method | Negative |
Pesticides | Negative | GC-MS (Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry) | Negative |