Curcumin (Food Grade)
Food Grade Natural
Food Ingredients

Curcumin (Food Grade)

Premium food grade curcumin for natural yellow coloring applications. This turmeric-derived colorant provides vibrant yellow hues with antioxidant properties for food applications while offering excellent stability and natural origin benefits.

  • Natural Yellow Colorant
  • Turmeric-Derived Origin
  • Antioxidant Properties
  • Vibrant Color Intensity
  • Excellent Stability
  • Professional Food Grade

Technical Specifications

Chemical Name: Curcumin
E Number: E100
CAS Number: 458-37-7
Chemical Formula: C₂₁H₂₀O₆
Source: Turmeric (Curcuma longa)
Physical State: Orange-yellow crystalline powder
Solubility: Fat-soluble, ethanol-soluble
Melting Point: 183°C
pH Stability: 4.0-7.0
Light Sensitivity: High
Curcumin Content: ≥95% (HPLC)
Packaging: 25kg fiber drums

Applications

Spice Products
Dairy Products
Baked Goods
Curry Products
Beverages
Pharmaceutical
Confectionery
Prepared Foods
Processed Foods
Natural Yellow Coloring
Cosmetics
Health Foods

Industry-Specific Grades

DRAVYOM offers specialized curcumin grades tailored for specific applications, ensuring optimal natural yellow color performance and regulatory compliance across diverse food and pharmaceutical formulations.

Food Grade (FCC)
Curcumin: ≥95% Heavy Metals: ≤40 ppm Arsenic: ≤3 ppm Application: Food coloring
Pharmaceutical Grade (USP)
Purity: ≥98% Microbial Limits: USP standards Residual Solvents: Low Application: Health supplements
Organic Grade
Certification: Organic Source: Organic turmeric Purity: ≥90% Application: Organic foods
Water-Dispersible
Form: Encapsulated Solubility: Water-dispersible Stability: Enhanced Application: Beverages, dairy

Quality Standards

DRAVYOM's Curcumin is manufactured under stringent quality control protocols, meeting international food safety standards and regulatory requirements for consistent natural yellow coloring and health-promoting performance.

ISO 22000:2018 Food Safety Management
FCC & USP Grade Specifications
Natural Yellow Color Strength
HPLC Purity Analysis
Natural Turmeric Source
Antioxidant Properties
Certificate of Analysis
Sustainable Sourcing

Advanced Chemical Properties & Performance

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

Analytical Properties
Molecular Formula: C₂₁H₂₀O₆
Molecular Weight: 368.38 g/mol
Color Index: CI Natural Yellow 3
λmax: 425 nm
Physical Properties
Melting Point: 183°C
Solubility: Fat soluble, alcohol soluble
Appearance: Orange-yellow crystalline powder
Origin: Natural turmeric extract
Food Performance
Coloring Power: Golden yellow coloration
Heat Stability: Moderate up to 100°C
Light Sensitivity: Moderate, protect from UV
Antioxidant Activity: Strong antioxidant properties
Purity Specifications
Curcumin Content: ≥ 95.0%
Heavy Metals: ≤ 40 ppm
Moisture Content: ≤ 5.0%
Residual Solvents: ≤ 0.1%
Stability Properties
Shelf Life: 3 years (unopened)
Light Sensitivity: Moderate, protect from UV light
Storage Temperature: Cool storage below 25°C
pH Stability: Stable pH 4.0-8.0

Performance Characteristics

Detailed performance metrics demonstrate Food Grade Curcumin superiority in food applications with exceptional color intensity, antioxidant activity, and consistency across diverse food formulations and natural coloring applications.

Color Consistency

Uniformity: ±3% color intensity variation

Exceptional batch-to-batch consistency
Heat Stability

Retention: 85%+ color up to 100°C

Good thermal processing stability
Solubility Performance

Dissolution: Complete in oil/alcohol

Good fat solubility
Natural Origin

Source: Turmeric root extract

Clean label natural ingredient
Antioxidant Power

Activity: Strong antioxidant properties

Dual functionality ingredient
Storage Stability

3 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 inhalation of powder and use appropriate dust control measures. Follow good manufacturing practices and maintain clean, dry storage conditions to prevent degradation.

Food Grade
FDA Approved
Safe for Consumption

Storage & Handling

Store in original sealed containers in a cool, dry, dark area away from heat sources and UV light. Keep containers tightly closed and protect from moisture and light exposure. Use clean, dry handling equipment and ensure proper hygiene practices for food grade material handling.

Cool storage (below 25°C)
Dark, UV-protected area
Original sealed containers
Protect from moisture

Chemical Mechanisms & Reaction Pathways

Curcumin exhibits exceptional natural coloring properties through curcuminoid structures, providing reliable yellow coloration with excellent antioxidant activity and pH-sensitive color changes in diverse food applications.

Keto-Enol Tautomerism

Dynamic equilibrium between keto and enol forms influences color

pH-dependent tautomeric forms create color variation
Antioxidant Activity

Phenolic hydroxyl groups provide radical scavenging properties

Dual functionality as colorant and antioxidant
Light Sensitivity

UV degradation requires protection for color stability

Light-protected formulations maintain color intensity
pH Color Change

Yellow in acidic conditions, red in alkaline conditions

pH indicator properties enable controlled coloring

Regulatory Compliance & Documentation

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

FDA Approved

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

EU Approved (E100)

European Union approval for natural yellow colorant applications

Natural Origin

Extracted from turmeric root with traditional processing

Global Approvals

Approved in over 100 countries for natural food coloring

Kosher & Halal

Certified for religious dietary compliance requirements

Complete Documentation

Certificates of Analysis, curcumin content, and purity data

Technical Support & Value-Added Services

DRAVYOM's natural ingredient team provides comprehensive formulation support, application guidance, and technical services to optimize Curcumin performance in your specific coloring and functional applications.

Formulation Development
  • Color matching and stability optimization
  • pH adjustment strategies for color control
  • Solubility enhancement formulations
  • Custom curcumin extract development
Quality Assurance
  • Batch consistency verification and color measurement
  • Curcumin content analysis by HPLC
  • Antioxidant activity assessment
  • Regulatory compliance documentation
Application Support
  • Process optimization for food manufacturing
  • Storage and handling best practices
  • Training for production teams
  • Troubleshooting color and stability challenges
Supply Solutions
  • Flexible packaging options and sizes
  • Just-in-time delivery scheduling
  • Global distribution network access
  • Emergency supply arrangements

Environmental Impact & Sustainability

Our Curcumin production emphasizes environmental responsibility through sustainable turmeric cultivation, efficient extraction processes, and comprehensive environmental stewardship for natural ingredient production.

Sustainable Agriculture

Responsible turmeric cultivation with soil conservation practices

Water Conservation

Efficient extraction with water recycling and treatment systems

Green Processing

Environmentally friendly extraction methods with minimal solvents

Biodegradable

Naturally biodegradable with minimal environmental impact

Organic Certification

Certified organic turmeric sourcing and processing

Fair Trade

Fair trade sourcing supporting farming communities

Manufacturing Excellence & Quality Control

DRAVYOM's specialized natural extract facility employs advanced extraction and standardization technology to ensure consistent Curcumin quality and performance across all production batches.

Production Process

Advanced solvent extraction with standardized curcumin content

Multi-stage extraction for optimal purity and activity
Quality Testing

Comprehensive testing including curcumin content, color value, and antioxidant activity

HPLC analysis and color stability validation
Quality Systems

HACCP, GMP, and natural ingredients certified manufacturing

Continuous monitoring and validation programs
Packaging Standards

Light-protected packaging with nitrogen atmosphere

Extended shelf life preservation systems

Market Applications & Performance Data

Comprehensive food industry data demonstrating Curcumin effectiveness across diverse applications with quantified coloring performance metrics and antioxidant activity validation studies.

Beverages
Color Strength: 400-1200 color units per gram Antioxidant Activity: 95% DPPH radical scavenging Stability: 85% color retention over 6 months
Dairy Products
pH Compatibility: Optimal color in pH 5-7 range Processing: Stable during pasteurization Functionality: Provides color and antioxidant benefits
Functional Foods
Bioactivity: Proven anti-inflammatory properties Solubility: Enhanced with formulation technology Shelf Life: 24-month stability in finished products

DRAVYOM Competitive Advantages

Superior Quality

Consistently exceeds natural colorant specifications with exceptional antioxidant activity

Sustainable Supply

Guaranteed availability through sustainable turmeric sourcing and traditional cultivation

Natural Extract Expertise

Specialized team provides functional ingredient development and optimization

Quality Assurance

Comprehensive certificates with curcumin content and bioactivity documentation

Global Standards

International compliance with natural ingredient and functional food regulations

Partnership Approach

Collaborative relationships with food manufacturers and custom extract solutions