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Food Colors
Synthetic Food colors are versatile additives used to enhance the visual appeal of various food products. They find applications in a wide range of items, from candies and baked goods to beverages and sauces. These colors are used not only for aesthetics but also to indicate flavor, distinguish between different product varieties, and even create seasonal or thematic product offerings. Whether it’s the bright red of a strawberry-flavored drink or the golden hue of a honey mustard sauce, food colors play a pivotal role in making our culinary experiences more visually appealing and enjoyable.
Home Care Applications:
- Confectionary
- Bakery Products
- Desserts
- Dairy Products
- Seasonings
- Beverages
- Pet Foods
Water Soluble Food Colors
| Product Name | CI Number | E.No. | Shade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tartrazine | 19140 | E102 | |
| Quinoline Yellow WS | 47005 | E104 | |
| Sunset Yellow FCF | 15985 | E110 | |
| Allura Red | 16035 | E129 | |
| Ponceau 4R | 16255 | E124 | |
| Carmoisine | 14720 | E122 | |
| Erythrosine | 45430 | E127 | |
| Amaranth | 16185 | E122 | |
| Brown HT | 20285 | – | |
| Brilliant Blue FCF | 42090 | E133 | |
| Patent Blue V | 42051 | E131 | |
| Indigo Carmine | 73015 | E132 | |
| Green S | 44090 | E142 | |
| Fast Green FCF | 42053 | – | |
| Black PN | 28440 | E154 |
Food Grade Lake Colors
| Product Name | C.I. No. | Shade |
|---|---|---|
| Quinoline Yellow Lake | 47005:1 | |
| Tartrazine Lake | 19140:1 | |
| Sunset Yellow FCF Lake | 15985:1 | |
| Ponceau 4R Lake | 16255:1 | |
| Carmoisine Lake | 14720:1 | |
| Amaranth Lake | 16185:1 | |
| Allura Red Lake | 16035:1 | |
| Erythrosine Lake | 45430:1 | |
| Patent Blue V Lake | 42051:1 | |
| Brilliant Blue FCF Lake | 42090:2 | |
| Indigo Carmine Lake | 73015:1 | |
| Black PN Lake | 28440:1 | |
| Brown HT Lake | 20285:1 | |
| FD & C Yellow 5 Lake | 19140:1 | |
| FD & C Yellow 6 Lake | 15985:1 | |
| FD & C Blue 1 Lake | 42090:2 | |
| FD & C Blue 2 Lake | 73015:1 | |
| FD & C Red 40 Lake | 16035:1 |
US FDA Certified Water Soluble Food Colors
| Product Name | CI Number | Shade |
|---|---|---|
| FD & C Yellow No. 5 | 19140 | |
| FD & C Yellow No. 6 | 15985 | |
| FD & C Blue No. 1 | 42090 | |
| FD & C Blue No. 2 | 73015 | |
| FD & C Green No. 3 | 42053 |
Granular Food Colors
| Product Name | C.I. No. | Shade |
|---|---|---|
| Tartrazine Granular | 19140 | |
| Quinoline Yellow WS Granular | 47005 | |
| Sunset Yellow FCF Granular | 15985 | |
| Carmoisine Granular | 14720 | |
| Amaranth Granular | 16185 | |
| Ponceau 4R Granular | 16255 | |
| Allura Red Granular | 16035 | |
| Brown HT Granular | 20285 | |
| Brilliant Blue FCF Granular | 42090 | |
| Patent Blue V Granular | 42051 | |
| Indigo Carmine Granular | 73015 | |
| Black PN Granular | 28440 | |
| FD & C Yellow 5 Granular | 19140 | |
| FD & C Yellow 6 Granular | 15985 | |
| FD & C Blue 1 Granular | 42090 | |
| FD & C Blue 2 Granular | 73015 | |
| FD & C Red 40 Granular | 16035 |
Synthetic Food Colors
Synthetic food colors, also known as artificial food dyes, are widely used to enhance the visual appeal of food products. These synthetic food colors play a crucial role in making our culinary experiences more visually appealing. They are employed across a range of items, including candies, baked goods, beverages, and sauces. Beyond aesthetics, they can indicate flavour, differentiate product varieties, and create seasonal offerings.
The sources provide lists of various synthetic food colors, including their Colour Index (CI) numbers and E numbers. The water-soluble options include Tartrazine (E102), Quinoline Yellow (E104), Sunset Yellow FCF (E110), Allura Red (E129), and many more. Additionally, the sources list food grade lake colors, which are pigments made from synthetic food dyes, such as Quinoline Yellow Lake and Tartrazine Lake. The US FDA also certifies some water-soluble colours for food use, including FD&C Yellow No. 5, FD&C Yellow No. 6, FD&C Blue No. 1, FD&C Blue No. 2, FD&C Red No. 3, and FD&C Red No. 40. The sources also mention granular forms of these colors.
The use of synthetic food colors is prevalent in various applications, such as confectionery, bakery products, desserts, dairy products, seasonings, beverages, and even pet foods.
It is important to note that we, advise clients to verify with relevant legislative authorities before using any products, due to the evolving nature of regulations. They cannot accept liability for information they have provided that is relied upon in any circumstances.
FAQs
What is the difference between water-soluble and lake colors?
Water-soluble colors dissolve in water, whereas lake colors are pigments that are not water-soluble. Lake colors are often used in products with fats and oils.
What are FD&C colors?
FD&C colors are dyes approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for use in food, drugs, and cosmetics.
Are these colors safe for consumption?
The FDA has determined that the specified FD&C colours are safe to use. However, consumers who have concerns about any of the listed colours should consult their doctors before consumption.
What is the difference between food colors and food dyes?
The terms ‘food color’ and ‘food dye’ are often used interchangeably; they both refer to substances that add color to food products.
How are these colours used in home care?
The sources list several food products as “Home Care Applications”, suggesting these colours are used in food that is prepared at home.
SCOLORANT LLC realizes that it is serving an ever-changing marketplace, therefore legislation and new development may cause the information contained here to require updating. We, therefore, request clients to re-check with their appropriate legislative authorities before using any of our products in their intended application, or you may write to us at our technical service department in Illinois, USA. Although based on our general experience, the information presented herein is believed to be reliable, SCOLORANT LLC makes no representation or guarantee as to the accuracy, completeness or reliability of the information. Due to various factors that are outside our control, we can not accept liability from reliance on this information for any circumstances.
