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Kalefu-1
Code Number: TH001
Ingredients: Monascus Red, Black Rice Extract
Series: Colorant
Introduction
Kalefu-1 (TH001) is a premium natural food colorant composed of Monascus Red and Black Rice Extract. This purple-red powder delivers authentic meat-like coloration for food applications while meeting clean label requirements. As a food-derived colorant, Kalefu-1 offers superior safety without health risks.
Specifications
| Parameter | Standard Limit |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Purple-red powder |
| Color Value (1%, 500nm) | ≥25 |
| Drying Loss (%) | ≤7 |
| pH (10g/L solution) | 7.5±0.5 |
| Residue on Ignition (%) | ≤8.0 |
| Heavy Metals (Hg/As/Cd/Pb) | ≤0.003/0.005/0.005/0.02 mg/kg |
| Microbial (Total Count/Mold) | ≤1000/50 CFU/g |
Functions and Applications
Kalefu-1 – Key Benefits
- Natural purplish-red color resembling meat hues
- Excellent heat resistance (stable at 121°C)
- Superior permeability for uniform coloring
- Strong protein-binding capacity
- No off-flavor impact on final products
Applications
Food Uses
Kalefu-1 is designed for:
- Meat products (sausages, ham, bacon)
- Plant-based meat analogues
- Other food categories requiring natural red coloring
Recommended dosage: ~0.5‰ of product weight (adjustable)
Industrial Benefits
- Enables clean label formulations
- Maintains color stability during processing
- Delivers consistent, vibrant coloration
Usage Guidelines
- Dissolve in 10 parts water and mix thoroughly
- Add during marinating, mixing or chopping processes
- Adjust dosage (0.3-0.8‰) for desired color intensity
- Can be combined with other edible colorants
Packaging & Storage
Package: 25 kg/bag
Storage: 12 months at ambient temperature (store sealed in cool, dry, dark place)
Customization: Available for color value, physical form, and packaging specifications.