High-Quality Monascus Red Color Extract from China Suppliers and Factory for Natural Food Coloring
Applications
Monascus red color is a natural red pigment made by liquid fermentation, extraction, concentration, and refining of rice as the main raw material. The product is red liquid or powder easily soluble in water and ethanol. It has vibrant hues that add beauty to food.
Key Properties & Stability
Studies have proved that the thermal stability of Monascus red color is better than other synthetic pigments, and its heat resistance is also excellent in natural pigments. Monascus red color has significant benefits involving good antibacterial and antioxidant effects. Antibacterial tests on 54 easily contaminated microorganisms in food have proved that the Monascus red color has a strong inhibitory effect on some bacteria. Because Monascus red color has good coloring performance and strong bacteriostatic effect, it can replace nitrite as a coloring agent for meat products and has been widely used in meat products.
Besides, Monascus red color has pure natural health care effects. It has a bright color, good dyeing ability, is stable to light and heat, and it can be used in all the range of pH.
Common Uses
Now, it is widely used in candy, cooked meat products, bean curd, biscuits, seasoning sauce, wine, and medicine, cosmetics, and other fields.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Monascus red color and how is it made?
Monascus red color is a natural red pigment made by liquid fermentation, extraction, concentration, and refining of rice as the main raw material. It is available as a red liquid or powder easily soluble in water and ethanol.
How does the thermal stability of Monascus red color compare to other pigments?
Its thermal stability is better than other synthetic pigments, and it displays excellent heat resistance when compared to other natural pigments.
Does Monascus red color have antibacterial properties?
Yes. Antibacterial tests on 54 easily contaminated food microorganisms have proven that Monascus red color has a strong inhibitory effect on certain bacteria.
Can Monascus red color replace nitrite in meat products?
Yes, because of its good coloring performance and strong bacteriostatic effect, it can replace nitrite as a coloring agent for meat products.
What are the main application fields of Monascus red color?
It is widely used in candy, cooked meat products, bean curd, biscuits, seasoning sauce, wine, medicine, cosmetics, and various other fields.
Is Monascus red color stable in different pH environments?
Yes, Monascus red color is stable to light and heat, and it can be used across all pH ranges.