Carmine (Cochineal Extract) is a food-grade natural red food colourant derived from the cochineal insect (Dactylopius coccus).We supply bulk Carmine sourced from leading China manufacturers, available in powder and liquid forms for food and beverage manufacturers worldwide. Our Carmine is widely used in dairy product colouring, sugar colouring, processed meat colouring, beverage colouring and lipstick pigment.
Carmine is produced by extracting carminic acid from dried female cochineal insects and precipitating it with aluminium to form a stable lake pigment. It is one of the most lightfast and heat-stable natural red colourants.
It provides vivid crimson at neutral-to-alkaline pH and orange-red at acidic pH. Widely used in dairy, confectionery, beverages, processed meats and cosmetics. Not suitable for vegan/vegetarian products.
Grades / Types Available: Food Grade, Pharmaceutical Grade
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Dark red powder or liquid |
| Carminic Acid Content | ≥ 50% (powder) / ≥ 2-7% (liquid) |
| pH Stability | Stable pH 2-10 |
| Moisture | ≤ 10.0% (powder) |
| Heavy Metals (as Pb) | ≤ 2 mg/kg |
| Arsenic | ≤ 1 mg/kg |
| Total Plate Count | ≤ 1,000 cfu/g |
Our MOQ for bulk food/feed ingredient is generally 500 kg. We also support mixed containers — combine Carmine with other food ingredients in one shipment to save on freight.
We provide free samples (100–500g) for quality testing before you place a bulk order. The buyer covers shipping costs only. Samples are typically dispatched within 2–3 business days.
Standard lead time is 7–15 days after order confirmation and payment. For stock items, delivery can be faster. We will confirm the exact timeline before you place the order.
You will receive the original COA (Certificate of Analysis), COO (Certificate of Origin), MSDS, TDS, and relevant certifications directly from the manufacturer. We guarantee full document authenticity and traceability.
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