Sorghum Red Pigment High Quality Food Pigment Water Soluble Sorghum Red Powder
Product Description
Sorghum Red is a natural pigment mainly extracted from sorghum (Sorghum bicolor). Sorghum red is widely used in food and beverages for its bright red color and numerous health benefits.
Source:
Sorghum red is mainly derived from sorghum seeds and is usually obtained through water extraction or other extraction methods.
Ingredients:
The main components of sorghum red are carotenoids and polyphenols, which give it its bright red color.
COA
Items | Specifications | Results |
Appearance | Red powder | Complies |
Order | Characteristic | Complies |
Assay(Carotene) | ≥80.0% | 85.3% |
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
1.Natural pigments: Sorghum red is commonly used as a food colorant to give foods a bright red color and is widely used in beverages, candies, sauces and baked goods.
2.Antioxidant effect: Sorghum red has antioxidant properties that neutralize free radicals and protect cell health.
3.Promote digestion: The fiber content in sorghum may help improve intestinal health and aid digestion.
4.Supports Cardiovascular Health: Certain components in sorghum may help lower cholesterol levels and support cardiovascular health.
Application
1.Food Industry: Sorghum red is widely used in beverages, juices, candies, sauces and baked goods as a natural pigment and nutritional additive.
2.Health products: Sorghum red is also commonly used in health supplements due to its antioxidant and health-promoting properties.
3.Traditional Food: In some areas, sorghum red may be used to prepare traditional foods and beverages.