Caramel Color
Food Grade Natural
Food Colorant

Caramel Color

Premium food grade brown colorant produced through controlled heat treatment of carbohydrates. Our Caramel Color delivers exceptional color intensity and stability, meeting strict food safety standards for optimal performance in various food and beverage applications.

  • Natural Brown Colorant
  • E150 Approved Food Additive
  • Rich Color Intensity
  • Excellent Heat Stability
  • pH Stable
  • Food Safety Compliance
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Technical Specifications

Chemical Name: Caramel Color
E Number: E150a, E150b, E150c, E150d
CAS Number: 8028-89-5
Source: Controlled heating of carbohydrates
Physical State: Dark brown liquid or powder
Color: Light amber to dark brown
Solubility: Water-soluble
pH (10% solution): 2.5-4.5
Color Strength: 0.100-0.600 absorbance units
Heat Stability: Excellent (up to 150°C)
Light Stability: Good to excellent
Packaging: 25kg HDPE drums

Applications

Cola Beverages
Beer & Spirits
Baked Goods
Confectionery
Soups & Sauces
Desserts
Pharmaceutical
Dairy Products
Fruit Products
Processed Foods
Color Enhancement
Alcoholic Beverages

Industry-Specific Grades

DRAVYOM offers specialized caramel color grades tailored for specific applications, ensuring optimal color performance and regulatory compliance across diverse food and beverage formulations.

Class I (E150a)
Type: Plain caramel Sulfur Dioxide: ≤0.2% 4-MEI: ≤250 mg/kg Application: Spirits, vinegar
Class II (E150b)
Type: Caustic sulfite caramel Total Sulfur: ≤3.5% 4-MEI: ≤250 mg/kg Application: Cognac, whiskey
Class III (E150c)
Type: Ammonia caramel Total Nitrogen: ≤0.3% 4-MEI: ≤200 mg/kg Application: Beer, baked goods
Class IV (E150d)
Type: Sulfite ammonia caramel Total Sulfur: ≤0.35% 4-MEI: ≤200 mg/kg Application: Cola drinks, soy sauce

Quality Standards

DRAVYOM's Caramel Color is manufactured under stringent quality control protocols, meeting international food safety standards and regulatory requirements for consistent color performance and safety compliance.

ISO 22000:2018 Food Safety Management
FCC & JECFA Specifications
Consistent Color Strength
4-MEI Controlled Levels
Heat & pH Stability
Batch-to-Batch Consistency
Certificate of Analysis
Global Regulatory Compliance

Advanced Chemical Properties & Performance

Food Grade Caramel Color exhibits exceptional chemical properties essential for food applications. Its ultra-pure composition and precise color intensity ensure reliable performance in demanding food processing and coloring applications.

Analytical Properties
Color Class: Caramel I-IV
Color Intensity: 0.1-0.6 absorbance units
pH (5% solution): 3.0-6.5
Total Nitrogen: ≤ 3.0%
Physical Properties
Form: Liquid concentrate
Solubility: Completely water soluble
Density (20°C): 1.20-1.35 g/cm³
Appearance: Dark brown to black liquid
Food Performance
Heat Stability: Excellent up to 150°C
Light Fastness: Excellent stability
pH Stability: Stable pH 2.0-10.0
Color Profile: Brown to dark brown
Purity Specifications
Solids Content: 60-65%
Heavy Metals: ≤ 25 ppm
Sulfur Dioxide: ≤ 250 ppm
Arsenic: ≤ 3 ppm
Stability Properties
Shelf Life: 2 years (unopened)
Light Sensitivity: Excellent light stability
Storage Temperature: Stable 5-25°C
Freeze-Thaw Stability: Stable through freeze-thaw cycles

Performance Characteristics

Detailed performance metrics demonstrate Food Grade Caramel Color superiority in food applications with exceptional color stability, intensity consistency, and reliability across diverse food formulations and processing conditions.

Color Consistency

Uniformity: ±2% color intensity variation

Exceptional batch-to-batch consistency
Heat Stability

Retention: 98%+ color up to 150°C

Superior thermal processing stability
Solubility Performance

Dissolution: Instant in water

Complete incorporation in formulations
pH Stability Range

Working range: pH 2.0-10.0 stable

Universal application pH compatibility
Light Fastness

Stability: Excellent under all light conditions

Outstanding color permanence
Storage Stability

2 years under proper storage conditions

Extended food grade integrity

Safety Information

Food grade ingredient with established safety profile. Handle with standard food processing hygiene practices. Avoid direct skin contact and use appropriate handling equipment. Follow good manufacturing practices and maintain clean, dry storage conditions to prevent contamination.

Food Grade
FDA Approved
Safe for Consumption

Storage & Handling

Store in original sealed containers in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from extreme temperatures. Keep containers tightly closed and protect from freezing. Use clean handling equipment and ensure proper hygiene practices for food grade material handling.

Cool storage (5-25°C)
Dry, well-ventilated area
Original sealed containers
Protect from freezing

Chemical Mechanisms & Reaction Pathways

Caramel Color exhibits exceptional coloring properties through controlled sugar pyrolysis reactions, providing reliable brown coloration with excellent heat stability and pH resistance in diverse food applications.

Maillard Reactions

Controlled thermal decomposition of sugars creates complex brown compounds

Natural browning chemistry produces authentic caramel color
Polymer Formation

Heat treatment creates stable polymeric colorants with varying intensities

Controlled molecular weight for optimal performance
pH Stability

Maintains color intensity across wide pH range (2-10)

Reliable performance in acidic and neutral systems
Heat Resistance

Excellent thermal stability during food processing operations

Maintains color through high-temperature treatments

Regulatory Compliance & Documentation

Comprehensive regulatory approval ensures global food industry access with complete documentation packages supporting international natural colorant and food additive regulations.

FDA Approved

Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) status for food coloring applications

EU Approved (E150a-d)

European Union approval for all four caramel color classes

Natural Origin

Derived from natural sugar sources through thermal processing

Global Approvals

Approved in over 100 countries for food coloring applications

Kosher & Halal

Certified for religious dietary compliance requirements

Complete Documentation

Certificates of Analysis, color specifications, and class verification

Technical Support & Value-Added Services

DRAVYOM's color technology team provides comprehensive formulation support, application guidance, and technical services to optimize Caramel Color performance in your specific food coloring applications.

Formulation Development
  • Color matching and intensity optimization
  • Class selection for specific applications
  • Heat stability testing and validation
  • Custom caramel color development
Quality Assurance
  • Batch consistency verification and color measurement
  • pH and thermal stability assessment
  • Contaminant screening and purity analysis
  • Regulatory compliance documentation
Application Support
  • Process optimization for food manufacturing
  • Storage and handling best practices
  • Training for production teams
  • Troubleshooting color challenges
Supply Solutions
  • Flexible packaging options and sizes
  • Just-in-time delivery scheduling
  • Global distribution network access
  • Emergency supply arrangements

Environmental Impact & Sustainability

Our Caramel Color production emphasizes environmental responsibility through sustainable sugar sourcing, energy-efficient thermal processing, and comprehensive environmental stewardship for natural colorant production.

Sustainable Sourcing

Sustainable sugar cane and corn sourcing with agricultural stewardship

Water Conservation

Efficient processing with water recycling and treatment systems

Energy Efficiency

Optimized thermal processing with energy recovery systems

Natural Processing

Minimal chemical intervention in caramel color production

Sustainable Certification

Certified sustainable agricultural sourcing programs

Renewable Energy

Renewable energy integration in manufacturing processes

Manufacturing Excellence & Quality Control

DRAVYOM's specialized caramel color facility employs advanced thermal processing and quality control technology to ensure consistent Caramel Color quality and performance across all production batches.

Production Process

Controlled thermal processing with precise temperature and time management

Multi-stage processing for optimal color development
Quality Testing

Comprehensive testing including color value, pH stability, and thermal resistance

Spectrophotometric analysis and class verification
Quality Systems

HACCP, GMP, and natural ingredients certified manufacturing

Continuous monitoring and validation programs
Packaging Standards

Light-protected packaging with moisture barrier protection

Extended shelf life preservation systems

Market Applications & Performance Data

Comprehensive food industry data demonstrating Caramel Color effectiveness across diverse applications with quantified coloring performance metrics and stability validation studies.

Beverages
Color Intensity: 5000-40000 IU depending on class pH Stability: Maintains color from pH 2-10 Storage: 98% color retention after 18 months
Baked Goods
Heat Stability: Stable through baking temperatures (200°C+) Processing: Compatible with all baking processes Appearance: Rich, authentic brown coloration
Sauces & Gravies
Thickener Compatibility: No interaction with hydrocolloids Heat Processing: Stable during sauce production Viscosity: No impact on rheological properties

DRAVYOM Competitive Advantages

Superior Color Quality

Consistently exceeds natural colorant specifications with exceptional stability and intensity

Reliable Supply

Guaranteed availability with sustainable sourcing and natural colorant production

Color Technology Expertise

Dedicated caramel color team provides application development and optimization

Quality Assurance

Comprehensive certificates with color class verification and regulatory documentation

Global Standards

International compliance with natural colorant and food safety regulations

Partnership Approach

Collaborative relationships with food manufacturers and custom color solutions