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Natural Anthocyanin Powder from Red Cabbage - China Suppliers & Factory Quality Color Enhancer
Introduction
Product Overview
Extracted from red cabbage of the Cruciferae family, red cabbage color is a kind of anthocyanin pigment. The final product is a purple-red liquid or powder, easily soluble in water and ethanol solutions.
Key Features
With pure natural health care effects, no peculiar smell, strong dyeing ability, and good resistance to light and heat. Under acidic aqueous conditions, it is purple and its color is stable.
This water-soluble compound exhibits vivid color changes based on pH, making it valuable for food, beverages, candy, and more. Because pH alters anthocyanins' molecular structure, it changes light absorption and color. The color degrades under heat, light, or oxygen, but is stabilized by acids (e.g., lemon juice) or antioxidants.
Color Changes & Sensitivity
pH Sensitivity: Anthocyanins shift color in response to acidity/alkalinity:
Acidic (pH < 7): Bright red/pink (e.g., with vinegar or lemon juice)
Neutral (pH ≈ 7): Purple
Alkaline (pH > 7): Blue/green (e.g., with baking soda)
| Advantages | Limitations |
|---|---|
| Eco-friendly & biodegradable | Color fades with washing/light exposure |
| Non-toxic & safe for food/kids | Requires mordants (e.g., alum) for fabric colorfastness |
| Low cost & accessible | Less stable than synthetic dyes |
Key Health Functions
(1) Red Cabbage Color health benefits of cabbage include anti-radiation and anti-inflammation.
(2) Red Cabbage Color can reduce the risk of developing colon cancer, and assist in the treatment of constipation.
(3) Red Cabbage Color helps with stomach ulcers, headache, excess weight, skin disorders, eczema, jaundice, and scurvy.
(4) Cabbage Red can help with arthritis, gout, eye disorders, heart disease, and aging.
Applications
Widely used in wine, fruit juice, beverage, candy, jam, jelly, pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and health products.
Technical Data Sheet
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Color Value (10% 1cm 535nm) | 100-800 |
| Moisture % (powder only) ≤ | 7 |
| Ash content % ≤ | 4 |
| Arsenic (As) mg/kg ≤ | 2 |
| Lead (Pb) mg/kg ≤ | 5 |
| Total bacterial (cfu/g) ≤ | 1000 |
| Pathogenic Bacteria | Not Detected |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Red Cabbage Color?
Red Cabbage Color is a natural anthocyanin pigment extracted from the red cabbage of the Cruciferae family. It is soluble in water and ethanol, resulting in a purple-red liquid or powder.
How does pH affect the color of Red Cabbage extract?
The pigment is highly sensitive to pH levels. In acidic conditions (pH < 7), it appears bright red or pink. In neutral conditions (pH ≈ 7), it turns purple, and in alkaline conditions (pH > 7), it shifts to blue or green.
What are the primary applications of Red Cabbage Color?
It is widely used as a natural colorant in wines, fruit juices, beverages, candies, jams, jellies, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and health care products.
What health benefits are associated with Red Cabbage Color?
Red Cabbage Color offers anti-radiation and anti-inflammatory benefits. It can help lower the risk of colon cancer, relieve constipation, and support treatment for stomach ulcers, arthritis, skin disorders, and cardiovascular health.
How can the stability of this natural pigment be improved?
Although it degrades under direct heat, light, or oxygen, the pigment can be stabilized by introducing acids (such as lemon juice) or antioxidants into the formulation.