Cochineal Powder
Is cochineal safe for humans?
Cochineal, as a natural colorant, is generally considered safe under normal conditions of use. It is derived from the dried bodies of cochineal insects and is widely used in food, industrial, and cosmetic applications due to its vibrant red color and excellent coloring performance.
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Product name: |
Cochineal |
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Source： |
Cochineal insects on cactus |
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Grade: |
Food Grade/Cosmetic Grade/Industrial Grade |
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Appearance: |
Light red to dark purple powder or liquid |
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Product odor: |
Characteristic |
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Solubility: |
Soluble in water |
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pH: |
3.0-10.0 |
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Carminic Acid Assay: |
2%~90% |
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MOQ: |
1 kg |
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Packing: |
1kg/bag; 25 kg/drum or customized |
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Storage: |
Store in a cool and dry place, keep away from direct sunlight and heat. |
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Shelf life: |
12 months |
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Certificate： |
ISO9001,FSSC22000 |
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Product characteristics |
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Product name: |
Cochineal |
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Functionality: |
Natural red colorant, water-soluble pigment, etc. |
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Application: |
Natural food colorant, beverages, jam, bakery products, meat products, dairy products, candies, lipsticks, etc. |
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Recommended usage method: |
The usage dosage should be adjusted according to the specific product application and the desired color intensity. |
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Product profile |
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Appearance: |
Light red to dark purple powder or liquid |
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Product odor: |
Characteristic |
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Taste: |
Characteristic |
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Impurities: |
No visible foreign objects |
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Solubility: |
Soluble in water |
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Carminic Acid Assay: |
2%~90% |
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Heavy Metals: |
NMT 10mg/kg |
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As: |
NMT 2mg/kg |
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Pb: |
NMT 2mg/kg |
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Total Plate Count: |
NMT 1,000 cfu/g |
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E.Coli: |
NMT 30 MPN/100g |
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Yeast &Mold: |
NMT 100 cfu/g |
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Staphylococcus aureus: |
Not Detected |
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Salmonella: |
Not Detected |
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Packaging |
1kg/bag; 25 kg/drum or customized |
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Storage |
Store in a cool and dry place, keep away from direct sunlight and heat. |
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Shelf life |
12 months from date of manufacture |
Beverages and Beverage Concentrates
Cochineal is widely used in beverages and beverage concentrates to provide a stable red to pink color. It offers good water solubility, strong coloring strength, and maintains color consistency under acidic conditions and thermal processing.
Dairy Products
In dairy applications such as yogurt, flavored milk, and dairy desserts, cochineal provides uniform red coloration, good heat stability, and compatibility with protein systems, ensuring an attractive appearance throughout shelf life.
Confectionery
Cochineal is commonly applied in confectionery products, including candies, gummies, and jellies, delivering bright and stable red hues while withstanding high-temperature processing and maintaining color integrity during storage.
Cosmetics
In cosmetic formulations such as lipsticks, blushes, foundations, and creams, cochineal is valued for its vivid red color, good light stability, and compatibility with both water- and oil-based systems.
High Coloring Strength:
Cochineal exhibits high coloring strength, providing bright red to deep red hues even at low dosage levels.
Acid Resistance:
Our acid-stable cochineal exhibits excellent stability in acidic environments, maintaining consistent red coloration without precipitation at pH 3.0, making it suitable for a wide range of food systems.
High carminic acid content:
Our cochineal contains up to 90% carminic acid, ensuring vivid and consistent red coloration with superior coloring strength for various applications.
Q: What is cochineal?
Cochineal is a natural red pigment extracted from the bodies of female cochineal insects that parasitize cacti, with carminic acid as its main component. It is the only natural colorant approved by the U.S. FDA for use in food, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetics.
Q: Is cochineal used in lipstick?
Cochineal is indeed used in lipsticks, but not all lipsticks contain this ingredient. It is a natural pigment extracted from female cochineal insects and must be processed into a lake pigment before being used in lipsticks. Due to its relatively high cost, it is mainly used in mid- to high-end products.
Q: In what forms can cochineal be supplied?
Depending on processing requirements and final application needs, cochineal can be supplied in various forms, including powder, liquid solution, crystalline form, and lake pigment.
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