Natural Lime High Quality Natural Pigment
Product Description
Natural cantaloupe pigment is extracted from cantaloupe, the main components include carotene, lutein and other natural pigments. It conforms to GB2760-2007 (national health standard for the use of food additives), suitable for pastries, bread, biscuits, puffs, cooked meat products, condiments, pickles, jelly candy, beverage ice cream, wine and other food coloring .
COA
| Items | Specifications | Results |
| Appearance | Green powder | Complies |
| Order | Characteristic | Complies |
| Assay(Carotene) | 25%，50%，80%，100% | Complies |
| Tasted | Characteristic | Complies |
| Loss on Drying | 4-7(%) | 4.12% |
| Total Ash | 8% Max | 4.85% |
| Heavy Metal | ≤10(ppm) | Complies |
| Arsenic(As) | 0.5ppm Max | Complies |
| Lead(Pb) | 1ppm Max | Complies |
| Mercury(Hg) | 0.1ppm Max | Complies |
| Total Plate Count | 10000cfu/g Max. | 100cfu/g |
| Yeast & Mould | 100cfu/g Max. | ＞20cfu/g |
| Salmonella | Negative | Complies |
| E.Coli. | Negative | Complies |
| Staphylococcus | Negative | Complies |
| Conclusion | Conform to USP 41 | |
| Storage | Store in a well-closed place with constant low temperature and no direct sun light. | |
| Shelf life | 2 years when properly stored | |
Function
Natural lime pigment powder has a variety of functions, including the following aspects:
1. Antioxidants and anti-aging : Natural lime pigment powder is rich in vitamin C and other antioxidants that help to scavenge free radicals in the body, thereby delaying the aging process .
2. Boost immunity : Vitamin C is an important part of the immune system and the vitamin C in natural lime pigment powder helps boost immunity and prevent colds and other illnesses .
3. Promotes digestion : Citric acid AIDS digestion, stimulates appetite, and helps the body absorb nutrients better .
4. Beauty and skin care : Vitamin C and other ingredients in natural lime pigment powder can inhibit melanin production, help skin resist ultraviolet rays, reduce stains, and make skin more radiant and delicate .
5. Other health benefits : Natural lime pigment powder also has the functions of clearing heat and detoxifying, preventing cold and resisting scurvy, and has positive effects on health .
Applications
Natural lime pigment powder in various fields mainly including food, health care products and cosmetics and other fields.
1. Food field
Natural lime pigment powder is widely used in the field of food, mainly used in solid drinks, ice cream, candy, compound seasoning, filling, pastry, biscuits, puffed food and candied cold fruit. Its aroma is characterized by fresh lime (perfume lemon) flavor, with fresh lemon fruit aroma and sour, aromatic characteristics . In addition, lime extract can also be used to make lime instant powder and lime concentrated powder, suitable for coloring and flavoring various foods and beverages .
2. Health care products
Lime extract is also widely used in health care products. Lime powder is rich in vitamin C and other nutrients, and has a variety of health benefits such as preventing cancer, lowering cholesterol, eliminating fatigue, and boosting immunity. According to traditional Chinese medicine, lime has the functions of relieving cough, reducing phlegm, promoting fluid production and strengthening the spleen, and can promote blood circulation and calcium absorption . Therefore, lime extract can be made into health care products such as capsules to help people stay healthy.
3. Cosmetics
Since most natural pigments contain anthocyanins, they have a strong antioxidant effect, which can remove excessive free radicals, reduce the attack on the skin, and have a health and beauty effect. Therefore, lime extract can also be used to make cosmetics such as face masks to help keep skin healthy and beautiful .
To sum up, natural lime pigment powder has a wide range of applications in food, health care products and cosmetics, not only for coloring and seasoning, but also for a variety of health and beauty effects.
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