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Gardenia yellow

Gardenia yellow pigment, with high quality gardenia fruits as the raw material, is extracted by microwave-assisted extraction in water, ultrafiltration (UF), nanofiltration (NF), refining and drying. The product is of bright golden yellow in aqueous solution, with strong tinting strength, and the main compositions- crocetin and crocin-are water soluble natural carotenoids. Gardenia yellow, with strong acid and alkali resistance, and the optimum pH 3-10, has a wide application range, and good heat and light resistance. In addition to iron ions, it is stable against metal ions. It is used in coloring for cakes, pastries, candy, wine, fruit juices, beverages, and also in pharmaceutical, cosmetics and other industries.

  • Alias: α-crocin

    English name: Gardenia yellow

    CAS: 94238-00-3

    Molecular formula: C44H64O24

    Molecular weight: 976.9656

    Properties: Yellow powder

    Solubility: Easily soluble in water and ethyl alcohol, insoluble in non-polar solvents, such as benzene and gasoline.


  • Gardenia yellow pigment, with high quality gardenia fruits as the raw material, is extracted by microwave-assisted extraction in water, ultrafiltration (UF), nanofiltration (NF), refining and drying. The product is of bright golden yellow in aqueous solution, with strong tinting strength, and the main compositions- crocetin and crocin-are water soluble natural carotenoids. Gardenia yellow, with strong acid and alkali resistance, and the optimum pH 3-10, has a wide application range, and good heat and light resistance. In addition to iron ions, it is stable against metal ions. It is used in coloring for cakes, pastries, candy, wine, fruit juices, beverages, and also in pharmaceutical, cosmetics and other industries.

    [Storage]: Sealed packaging, store in a cool and dry place, away from bright light, and keep it sealed if not be used up after opening.   

    Shelf life:12 months

     

  • As food additive, and as coloring in food, beverages, wine, cakes, pickles, snacks;

    As coloring in high-end textile;

    As coloring in cosmetics;

    As coloring in raw medical materials, medicine, and capsules;

    As functional food ingredient.

    Advantages: Natural, nutritious, multifunctional