China Gardenia Blue Color Extract - Quality Suppliers and Factory Direct Source for Natural Colorants
Applications
Gardenia blue color is a natural color extracted and refined from the fruit of the Rubiaceae plant gardenia. The product presents dark blue powder, soluble in water, and insoluble in grease. The aqueous solution is bright blue. The hue covers a wide range, and is not affected by pH. It has the advantages of strong acid resistance and strong staining power on protein.
Natural & Safe
Rare in nature, this natural color offers excellent human compatibility and high safety compared to synthetic alternatives.
High Stability
Features strong acid resistance and a wide hue range that remains completely unaffected by pH levels.
Protein Staining
Possesses highly effective staining power on proteins, making it ideal for various food applications.
Color Blending Versatility & Advantages
Green Tones: Gardenia blue color can be combined with natural yellow colors (such as gardenia yellow and safflower yellow) to prepare customized shades of green. Compared to extracted chlorophyll, the resulting green tone is highly controllable, exhibits superior acid resistance, and performs exceptionally well in acidic foods and beverages.
Purple Tones: It can also be blended with a variety of natural red colors to create diverse and appealing shades of purple for food processing.
Scope of Food Applications
- Frozen drinks (except edible ice)
- Jams & pickled vegetables
- Candy & confectionery
- Instant rice & flour products
- Grain product fillings
- Pastries & baked food fillings
- Surface hanging pulp
- Condiments (except salt products)
- Fruit & vegetable juices
- Protein & flavored drinks
- Solid beverages & prepared wine
- Puffed foods
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the source of Gardenia Blue color?
Gardenia blue color is a natural color extracted and refined from the fruit of the Rubiaceae plant gardenia.
What are the solubility characteristics of Gardenia Blue?
It is highly soluble in water, creating a bright blue solution, but it is completely insoluble in grease and oils.
Does pH affect the stability of Gardenia Blue color?
No, the hue of Gardenia Blue covers a wide range and is not affected by pH. It offers strong acid resistance, making it highly stable in acidic environments.
How can Gardenia Blue be used to create green colors?
It can be combined with natural yellow colors, such as gardenia yellow or safflower yellow, to prepare green shades. This blend has better acid resistance and controllable tones compared to extracted chlorophyll.
Can Gardenia Blue be mixed to create purple shades?
Yes, Gardenia Blue can be combined with various natural red colors to blend different shades of purple for food applications.
Is Gardenia Blue color safe for food products?
Yes, as a natural color, it is highly safe with excellent human compatibility, making it a superior alternative to synthetic food colors.