Natural Colorants
Spirulina Blue
The brightest natural blue — phycocyanin from spirulina microalgae.
Reference shade #1F6FB2
- Powder
- Liquid
Overview
Phycocyanin extracted with water from cultivated spirulina, standardized to E18 color value. It produces sky to royal blue in panned candies, ice cream and plant-based drinks; avoid prolonged high heat and pair with yellows for natural greens.
Stability Profile
pH Stability
pH 4 – 8
Heat Resistance
≤ 60 °C
Light Stability
Excellent
Water Solubility
Excellent
Technical Specifications
- Source
- Spirulina (Arthrospira platensis)
- Color Family
- Natural Blue
- Available Forms
- Powder / Liquid
- Main Constituents
- Phycocyanin
- Quality Standard
- GB1886.309-2020
- Color Value
- E18
- Shelf Life
- 18 months
- Packaging
- Powder: 1 kg / 5 kg bags; liquid: 5 kg drums
- Storage
- Sealed, 2–8°C, away from light
- Compliance
- FDA · EU · GB · Halal · Kosher
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