Monascus Red
Monascus red pigment is dark red powder, slightly odor, soluble in neutral and alkaline solution. It is easily to be soluable in ethanol, propylene glycol, glycerol
Features
Appearance: Red to dark -red powder
Latin name: Monascus purpureus
Other names: red yeast rice, red kojic rice,red koji, fermented rice etc.
Hot sale Color Value: E80 E100 E150
Basic Information
Product name: monascus red
Appearance: Red to dark -red powder
Latin name: Monascus purpureus
Other names: red yeast rice, red kojic rice,red koji, fermented rice etc.
Hot sale Color Value: E80 E100 E150
Solubility: 100% Water-soluble
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Function
Stable Water Solubility Across pH Levels:
Monascus Red is completely water-soluble and maintains its stability even when the pH value varies.
Exceptional Coloring Performance:
Monascus Red efficiently binds to proteins and protein-rich materials, providing a long-lasting and vibrant color that is difficult to remove once applied.
High Safety Standards:
Monascus Red has demonstrated excellent safety in animal studies, with no evidence of acute or chronic toxicity when used in food products.
Application
Monascus Red is a natural colorant widely utilized in place of nitrites for meat products due to its close resemblance to the natural color of meat. Its applications extend to a variety of food products, including:
- Meat products
- Dairy items
- Beverages and juices
- Ice cream
- Soy-based products
- Marine products
- Fermented bean curd
- Seasonings
Usage Guidelines:
Monascus Red is easily soluble in both water solutions and water-based mediums. For meat products, the colorant can be added according to the specific requirements of the production process, ensuring optimal coloration and visual appeal.
In essence, Monascus Red offers a safe and effective solution for natural coloring across diverse food categories, enhancing both appearance and consumer appeal.
Specifications Sheet
| ITEM | SPECIFICATION |
| Description: | |
| Appearance | Light yellow or white powder |
| Odor | Characteristic |
| Particle size | 100% pass through 80 mesh sieve |
| Tests: | |
| Loss on drying(5h at105°C) | ≤5.0% |
| Ash(3h at 600°C) | ≤5.0% |
| Total Heavy Metals | ≤10ppm |
| Plumbum | ≤2ppm |
| Arsenic(as AS2O3) | ≤2ppm |
| Residual Solvents | Eur. Pharm. 2000 |
| Ellagic acid | 40% |
| Microbial: | |
| Total bacterial count | Max.1000cfu/g |
| Yeast & Mould | Max.100cfu /g |
| Escherichia coli presence | Negative |
| Salmonella | Negative |
Shipping & Storage
Delivery:Sea/Air Shipping & International Express
Shipping Time: 2-3 working days after payment
Package: 1-5kg/Aluminum foil bag, size: 22cm (Width)*32cm (Length)
15-25kg/Drum, size: 38cm (Diameter)*50cm (Height)
Storage: Kept away from strong light and heat.
Shelf Life: 24 months
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