Specifications
CARMINE WATERSOLUBLE
WS
Description: IMBAREX Water Soluble Carmine is a dark colored water-soluble powder produced from Aluminum Lake and Cochineal Carminic Acid. It is obtained by aqueous color extraction from the Cochineal, followed by a spray-drying process. It provides a red colored solution.
Solubility: Soluble in water
Application and Appearance in Food: Ice-cream, bakery products, confectionery, snacks, soups, desserts, meat, and other food products with an aqueous phase.
Violet to reddish hue in the final product, depending on the food product, processing, and amount used.
Directions for use: Dilute using smooth water only at room temperature. Use constant agitation when adding powder. After sifting or filtering, add Propylene Glycol, Glycerin, and Potassium Hydroxide (or Ammonium Hydroxide) until pH reaches 11-11.5.
Storage: Store in a cool , dry and ventilated area in its proper container tightly sealed.
Shelf life: If the product is stored under these conditions, it will maintain its properties up to 2 years from the date of manufacture.
Carrier: As requested (dextrose, maltodextrine, salt)
LIQUID CARMINE
LC
Description: IMBAREX Liquid Carmine is a dark colored solution produced from Aluminum Lake and Cochineal Carminic Acid. It is obtained by aqueous color extraction from the Cochineal, followed by a dilution and stabilizing process. It provides an intense red colored solution.
Solubility: Soluble in water.
Application and Appearance in Food: Ice-cream, bakery products, confectionery, snacks, soups, desserts, meat, and other food products with an aqueous phase.
Red to pinkish red hue in the final product, depending on the food product, processing, and amount used.
Directions for use: Shake the product before use, as pigment may settle during storage. Can be added to the food product while stirring. If the color is to be diluted before use, it is preferable to used soft or distilled water. If not available, mix with water immediately before use. Do not mix with calcium salts.