Tartrazine (Food Grade)
Food Grade Colorant
Food Ingredients

Tartrazine (Food Grade)

Premium food grade tartrazine (FD&C Yellow No. 5) for bright yellow food coloring. This synthetic food dye provides vibrant yellow color in beverages, confectionery, and processed foods with excellent stability and consistent color performance.

  • Bright Yellow Food Coloring
  • FD&C Yellow No. 5 Approved
  • Excellent Color Stability
  • Wide pH Range Compatibility
  • High Tinctorial Strength
  • Professional Food Grade
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Technical Specifications

Chemical Name: Tartrazine
Common Name: FD&C Yellow No. 5
E Number: E102
CAS Number: 1934-21-0
Chemical Formula: C₁₆H₉N₄Na₃O₉S₂
Molecular Weight: 534.36 g/mol
Color: Bright yellow
Physical State: Orange-yellow powder
Solubility: Freely water-soluble
pH Stability: Stable at pH 3-10
Light Stability: Good to fair
Packaging: 25kg fiber drums

Applications

Soft Drinks
Confectionery
Baked Goods
Dairy Products
Snack Foods
Fruit Juices
Condiments
Processed Foods
Food Coloring
Pharmaceuticals
Cosmetics
Processed Fruits

Industry-Specific Grades

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

Food Grade
Purity: ≥85% Heavy Metals: ≤10 ppm Subsidiary dyes: ≤1% Application: Food coloring
Beverage Grade
Solubility: Excellent Clarity: High Stability: pH resistant Application: Soft drinks, juices
Confectionery Grade
Heat stability: Good Sugar compatibility: Excellent Bloom resistance: Enhanced Application: Sweets, candies
Pharmaceutical Grade
Purity: ≥90% USP compliance: Yes Microbial limits: Low Application: Drug coloring

Quality Standards

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

ISO 22000:2018 Food Safety Management
FCC & EU Color Standards
Vivid Yellow Coloring
Advanced Spectral Analysis
Excellent Water Solubility
pH Stable Formulation
Certificate of Analysis
Sustainable Production

Advanced Chemical Properties & Performance

Food Grade Tartrazine exhibits exceptional chemical properties essential for food coloring applications. Its ultra-pure composition and precise colorant characteristics ensure reliable performance in demanding food processing and beverage coloring applications.

Analytical Properties
Dye Content: ≥ 85.0%
Loss on Drying: ≤ 15.0%
Water Insoluble: ≤ 0.2%
Subsidiary Dyes: ≤ 1.0%
Physical Properties
Appearance: Yellow powder/granules
Color Index: C.I. 19140
Solubility (Water): Freely soluble
Particle Size: Fine powder for uniform dispersion
Coloring Performance
Color Strength: High tinctorial strength
pH Stability: Stable pH 3-8
Usage Level: 0.001-0.01% typical
Light Fastness: Good lightfastness properties
Purity Specifications
Heavy Metals: ≤ 40 ppm
Lead: ≤ 10 ppm
Arsenic: ≤ 3 ppm
Total Plate Count: ≤ 1000 cfu/g
Stability Properties
Shelf Life: 36 months (proper storage)
Heat Stability: Stable during food processing
Light Protection: Store protected from light
Chemical Stability: Excellent in food matrices

Performance Characteristics

Detailed performance metrics demonstrate Tartrazine superiority in food coloring with exceptional color intensity, stability, and versatility across diverse food and beverage applications.

Color Excellence

Intensity: Brilliant yellow coloration

High tinctorial strength
Processing Stability

Stable during food processing temperatures

Maintains color during heating
Regulatory Compliance

FDA approved for food use (Yellow #5)

Globally accepted food colorant
Usage Efficiency

Effective at very low concentrations

Cost-effective coloring
Water Solubility

Excellent water solubility for beverages

Easy incorporation
Application Versatility

Wide range of food applications

Beverages, confections, baked goods

Safety Information

FDA approved food colorant (Yellow #5) with established usage levels. May cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals. Handle with standard food safety practices including clean handling equipment, proper storage conditions, and adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).

FDA Approved
Food Safe
Allergen Risk

Storage & Handling

Store in original sealed containers in a cool, dry, dark place away from direct sunlight and strong odors. Keep containers tightly closed to prevent moisture absorption and color degradation. Use clean, dry handling equipment to prevent contamination.

Cool storage (15-25°C)
Protect from light
Dry conditions (RH < 60%)
Original packaging

Chemical Mechanisms & Reaction Pathways

Tartrazine functions as a synthetic azo food colorant through chromophore structure, creating bright yellow coloration for food applications through light absorption and reflection mechanisms with excellent stability.

Chromophore Activity

Azo group structure absorbs blue light reflecting yellow

Creates vivid yellow color appearance
pH Stability

Maintains color intensity across acidic pH ranges

Suitable for acidic food systems
Heat Tolerance

Retains color stability under processing temperatures

Suitable for thermal processing applications
Water Solubility

Excellent water solubility enabling uniform distribution

Easy incorporation in aqueous systems

Regulatory Compliance & Documentation

Comprehensive regulatory compliance ensures global food industry access with complete documentation packages supporting international food safety standards and synthetic colorant approval requirements.

FDA Approved

Food and Drug Administration approval for food coloring

E102 Approval

European food additive approval for color applications

FD&C Yellow #5

US certification as Food, Drug & Cosmetic colorant

Global Acceptance

Approved in multiple countries with established ADI

Allergen Labeling

Required disclosure for sensitive individuals

Safety Studies

Extensive toxicology and safety documentation

Technical Support & Value-Added Services

DRAVYOM's food technology team provides comprehensive color application support, stability optimization guidance, and technical services to optimize tartrazine performance in your specific food applications.

Color Science
  • Color matching and optimization
  • Stability testing programs
  • Shade development support
  • Custom color blends
Analytical Services
  • Color strength analysis
  • Purity determination
  • Stability testing
  • Microbiological testing
Technical Support
  • Application troubleshooting
  • Storage and handling guidance
  • Quality control protocols
  • Regulatory compliance assistance
Supply Solutions
  • Custom color strength formulations
  • Light-protected packaging
  • Just-in-time delivery
  • Technical documentation packages

Environmental Impact & Sustainability

Our tartrazine production emphasizes environmental responsibility through efficient synthesis processes, waste stream management, and comprehensive environmental protection for food industry applications.

Process Efficiency

High-yield synthesis reducing waste generation

Water Management

Advanced treatment systems for colorant production

Energy Efficiency

Optimized synthesis processes reducing energy consumption

Emission Control

Advanced filtration and emission control systems

Environmental Compliance

Full compliance with environmental protection standards

Packaging Sustainability

Light-protected sustainable packaging materials

Manufacturing Excellence & Quality Control

DRAVYOM's state-of-the-art color manufacturing facility employs advanced synthesis technology to ensure consistent tartrazine quality and color performance across all production batches.

Production Process

Controlled synthesis in specialized color production facility

Precise color strength and purity control
Quality Testing

Comprehensive testing including color strength, purity, and safety

Real-time monitoring and batch verification
Food Safety Systems

HACCP and ISO 22000 food safety management systems

Continuous improvement and preventive controls
Packaging Control

Light-protected packaging with contamination prevention

Color stability and product integrity

Market Applications & Performance Data

Comprehensive food industry data demonstrating tartrazine effectiveness across diverse applications with quantified performance metrics and color validations.

Beverages
Color Intensity: Bright yellow appearance pH Stability: Maintained across acidic conditions Light Stability: Protected storage requirements
Confectionery
Color Uniformity: Consistent distribution Heat Tolerance: Processing stability Consumer Appeal: Attractive yellow coloration
Baked Goods
Baking Stability: Color retention through processing Dough Compatibility: Uniform mixing Shelf Life: Maintained color appearance

DRAVYOM Competitive Advantages

Superior Color Quality

Consistently high-purity tartrazine with exceptional color intensity and stability

Reliable Supply

Guaranteed availability with advanced color manufacturing and flexible production scheduling

Color Expertise

Dedicated color scientists provide shade development and application optimization support

Quality Assurance

Comprehensive certificates with color strength data and food safety compliance documentation

Global Standards

International compliance with FDA, EU, and global color standards for worldwide acceptance

Partnership Approach

Collaborative relationships with food manufacturers and custom color solutions