Natural Colorants
Sorghum Red
Sorghum husk flavone pigment delivering a warm russet-brown red for dairy and confectionery.
Reference shade #8B2E2E
- Powder
- Liquid
Overview
Flavone pigments extracted from sorghum husks (apigenin and luteolin derivatives). With a warm russet shade and good heat stability, it is commonly used in formulated milk, confectionery and frozen desserts.
Stability Profile
pH Stability
pH 3 – 9
Heat Resistance
≤ 120 °C
Light Stability
Excellent
Water Solubility
Good
Technical Specifications
- Source
- Sorghum husk (Sorghum bicolor)
- Color Family
- Natural Red
- Available Forms
- Powder / Liquid
- Main Constituents
- Apigenin & luteolin flavones
- Quality Standard
- GB1886.32-2015
- Color Value
- E30–E40
- Shelf Life
- 24 months
- Packaging
- Powder: 1 kg / 5 kg bags; liquid: 5 kg drums
- Storage
- Sealed, cool and dry place, away from light
- Compliance
- GB
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