Product Description:

Monascus Colour is a red pigment obtained from the cultures of Monascus purpureus. It is soluble in water and relatively stable to heat and pH variation.

Characteristic:

◆Monascus red alcohol and water solution, dissolved in water and acetic acid and displaying a vivid red color.

◆Coloring properties are outstanding. In particular, affinity for protein is excellent.

◆Rather stable in heat but unstable in direct sunlight.

◆A food color which is stable for such metal ions as Ca++, MG++, Fe++, and Cu++.

◆Offers a wide array of products which span the color tone, from a strong red tinge to a yellow tinge.

◆The acid-resistant, salt-resistant RPH series is also available. This series can be used in food with an acidity of pH4 or below and salty food.

◆Offers products which can be easily used in liquid, powder, for various foods.

Application:

A food additive used for coloring food, beverage, alcoholic drinks, pastry, jelly, and snacks. It also used for medical, animal feed and textile dyeing