May 22, 2021

Application of Inorganic Pigments in Food and Beverage Industries

Producing pigments or colors for food and beverage industries is a difficult task as it is necessary for the pigments to go well, first with the nutritional value and second with the flavor of the food or drink. The cost of the pigment should not add more value to the cost of the product. The pigment should be safe to consume. Highly regulated compounds should be used for the production of food colours may that be inorganic or organic. There are strict and safe guidelines regarding the usage of food colors by the European Food Standard Authority (EFSA),  United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA), The World Health Organization (WHO). Food Colour Production industries also follow the FD&C (Food, Drugs, and Cosmetics) regulatory standards of the market.

What are Inorganic Pigments?

Inorganic pigments are metallic salts and metals. These dry ground minerals are not in the form of carbon chains or rings. Their configuration makes them more insoluble and more non-transparent than organic pigments. They do not lose colour that easily and their cost is cheap which is why they are fit for many industrial applications.

Why Should You Use Inorganic Pigments in Food?

• They are cost-effective when produced in large amounts for industrial purposes.
• They do not fade when exposed to light, heat, and open air. They have strong resistance against it.
• Simple chemical reactions are required for the production of inorganic pigments which also controls the cost of its production.
• When mixed with organic pigments they can produce bright colours.
• They disperse well and are versatile which is why they can be applied in foods and beverages.
• They make foods and beverages more attractive and appealing.
• They are available in different forms such as liquid, powder, and granules.
• Principal regulatory authorities have sanctioned inorganic pigments as food additives.

What Makes the Inorganic Pigments of Koel Colours Special?

Koel Colours provides natural and high-purity synthetic colorants which meet Directive 95/451EC and satisfy both US & EC colour specification which make sit suitable for pharmaceutical industries. The Koelin Tio2 Anatase pigment produced by Koel Colours is applicable for food and beverage because it has high purity, high dispersibility, and is of pharmaceutical grade. These pigments are free from residual solvents, AOX Halogen, animal testing, Latex GMO, VOC, and BSE. They also conform to FDA titles 21 CFR 73.575/ 21 CFR 73.1575/ 21 CFR 73.2575, IP/EP/USP/&E..; Directives 95/94 (E 171), Food- (FCC) V. The range of Iron Oxide shades provided by Koel Colours consists of 3 shades of Iron Oxide Yellow, 6 shades of Iron Oxide Red, and 2 shades of Iron Oxide Black. The Titanium Dioxide we produce is of pharma grade and has certificates IP, BR, USP, JP. Customized pigments can also be availed to our customers as per their requirements.

Conclusion

Are you looking for a place to get your inorganic pigments from? We, at Koel Colours, have experts who can help you with it. You can mail us at sales@koelcolours.in or sales.int@koelcolours.in and call us at +91 22 6825 2300.