Carthamin
Carthamin is a natural red pigment derived from safflower (Carthamus tinctorius), earlier known as carthamine.It is used as a dye and a food coloring. As a food additive, it is known as Natural Red 26.
Features
Latin name: Carthamus tinctorius L.(FlosCarthami)
Ingredient: carthamine
Color: E=50-200
Appearance: Yellow or Brown Yellow Powder
Basic Information
Product Name:Carthamin
Latin name: Carthamus tinctorius L.(FlosCarthami)
Ingredient: carthamine
Color: E=50-200
Appearance: Yellow or Brown Yellow Powder
CAS: 85532-77-0
Molecular Formula: C21 H22 Oll
Function
Enhancing Blood Circulation for Menstruation
This natural remedy is effective in activating blood circulation, which helps regulate and promote healthy menstrual cycles.
Alleviating Pain and Dissolving Blood Stasis
It works to remove blood stasis, which is often the cause of pain, thereby providing relief from discomfort and supporting the body's healing processes.
Addressing Women's Health Issues
Specifically beneficial for women's health, this treatment is used to address conditions such as amenorrhea (absence of menstruation), dysmenorrhea (painful menstruation), and various other menstrual disorders.
Healing Physical Injuries and Skin Conditions
This remedy is also effective in treating injuries from falls, reducing swelling, and promoting the healing of ulcers and wounds on the skin surface.
In summary, this natural treatment offers a wide range of therapeutic benefits, from improving menstrual health and alleviating pain to treating injuries and skin conditions, making it a versatile solution for promoting overall well-being.
Application
Carthamus Yellow is widely used as a food additive across various products, adhering to the GB2760 hygienic standards. Its applications include:
- Instant Rice & Flour Products
- Soda Pop
- Fruit-Flavored Beverages
- Juice-Based Drinks (with or without pulp)
- Decorative Fruits and Vegetables
- Frozen Desserts (excluding edible ice)
- Candy and Toppings
- Preserved Fruits and Jelly
- Canned Fruits and Vegetables
- Canned Eight Treasures Porridge
- Imitation Wine
- Cereal Food Fillings
- Salted and Cured Meat Products
- Condiments
- Puffed Foods
Usage Instructions
To use Carthamus Yellow, first dissolve the powder in a small amount of water. Then mix the resulting solution thoroughly with the food materials.
Usage Limits
According to GB2760 standards, the recommended maximum usage limits are as follows:
- Instant Rice & Flour Products: Up to 0.5g/kg
- Other Products: Up to 0.2g/kg
In summary, Carthamus Yellow is a versatile and stable coloring agent suitable for a wide range of food applications, providing vibrant coloration while adhering to safety and usage standards.
Specifications Sheet
| Item | Specification(%) | Result(%) | |
| Description | Fine powder | Conforms | |
| Color | Yellow powder | Complies | |
| Color Value E (1%,1cm,405±5nm) | 50~200 | 98.32% | |
| Mesh size | 100% pass 80 mesh | Conforms | |
| Solubility | Good solubility in alcohol | Conforms | |
| Total Heavy Metal | ≤10.00mg/Kg | Conforms | |
| Pb | ≤1.00 mg/Kg | Conforms | |
| As | ≤1.00 mg/Kg | Conforms | |
| Total Bacteria | ≤1000cfu/g | Conforms | |
| Yeast Mold | ≤100cfu/g | Conforms | |
| Salmonella | Negative | Negative | |
| E.Coli | Negative | Negative | |
| B1(Aflatoxin) | ≤5.00ug/Kg | Conforms | |
| Solvent residences | ≤0.005% | Conforms | |
| Persticide residences
| BHC | ≤0.10mg/Kg | Conforms |
| DDT | ≤0.10 mg/Kg | Conforms | |
| PCNB | ≤0.10 mg/Kg | Conforms | |
| Aldrin | ≤0.02 mg/Kg | Conforms | |
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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