Hibiscus Red Color/Roselle Extract/Anthocyanin
Hibiscus Sabdariffa L., Roselle is a genus of hibiscus in the family Malvacea. Roselle is a versatile plant with both medicinal and food health care uses. It has long been used in traditional Chinese medicine and as a health tea. Roselle is not only used as a food ingredient but also as a natural food coloring agent.
Hibiscus red color is an edible natural color made from the natural calyxes of Hibiscus sabdariffa L. It's a kind of anthocyanin that has many advantages. It's usually a dark red liquid, the red-purple paste or powder, easily soluble in water, ethyl alcohol, and glycerol. This color has significant pharmacological properties that may promote various health benefits. It is effective for cardiovascular, arteriosclerosis, and hypertension. Additionally, It has the effect of clearing heat and relieving heatstroke, nourishing the face, eliminating spots, and relieving alcohol.
It's red under acidic conditions, sensitive to light and heat, and not stable to oxygen and metal ions. It also can be degraded by ascorbic acid and sulfur dioxide.
It has vibrant hues that add beauty to food without compromising health. Hibiscus red color can be used in those foods that are slightly acidic and do not need high-temperature heating, such as cold drinks, jelly, jam, syrup, powdered beverages, etc.
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