Annatto is an orange to yellow carotenoid colour designated E160b, extracted from the seed coat of the achiote tree (Bixa orellana). The oil-soluble principal pigment is bixin (CAS 6983-79-5, C25H30O4, MW 394.50), while alkaline hydrolysis converts it to the water-soluble norbixin (C24H28O4, MW 380.48), so the family is offered in both oil- and water-soluble grades to suit the matrix. It gives warm yellow to orange shades depending on grade and level. It is supplied as an oil suspension, a liquid or a powder and manufactured into softgels, oil-based liquids, gummies and powders.
- Powders
- Liquids
- Gummies
- Softgels
Applications
Yellow to orange colouring of softgels, oil-based liquids, gummies and powders.
Documentation & quality
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Certificate of Analysis
every batchSpecification sheet
on requestAllergen statement
on requestGMO statement
on requestTraceability
on requestSafety Data Sheet
where applicableHow it’s controlled
- Identity verified on every incoming raw material
- Screened for heavy metals and microbial contaminants
- Full batch and lot traceability
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