CARBON

Chlorophyll Chlorophyll is the green pigment found in leaves, grass, vegetables and all organisms capable of photosynthesis. The principal pigment is E140 Chlorophyll, however this is relatively unstable with weak colouring intensity. Often, the product is treated with copper salts to render E141 Cu Chlorophyll which has a more vibrant shade and greater stability Applications: Dairy, Confectionary, Beverage, Prepared Foods, Meat

Turmeric E100 Turmeric is a flowering plant of the ginger family, Zingiberaceae, the roots of which are used in cooking. The plant is rhizomatous, herbaceous, perennial, and is native to the Indian subcontinent and Southeast Asia. It requires temperatures between 20 and 30 °C (68 and 86 °F) and a considerable amount of annual rainfall to thrive. Curcumin pigment is obtained by solvent extraction of dried rhizomes of Curcuma Longa L. (Turmeric) of Indian origin. Curcumin is crystallised dried and powdered to achieve purity. Turmeric can be produced in a variety of forms including water soluble and dispersible powders or liquids and can be highly concentrated when required Applications: Hard Boiled Candy, Marshmellow, Pickles, Gravies, Sauces and soups, Ice Creams and Yoghurts, Fruit Preparations, Bakes Goods, Extruded Products, Spice and Dry Blend

Paprika E160c Paprika is a popular spice and an important ingredient in many recipes, especially across the Indian sub-continent. Major pigments extracted are the oil soluble Carotenoids, Capsanthin and Capsorubin. Points to note: All Paprika products supplied by Roha are sold with a guarantee of HPLC testing for illegal dyes (Sudan I, II, III & IV etc), whereby only those products with a complete absence of non-permitted dyes are supplied. Roha offers special quality of Paprika with high stability to light&- Applications: Spice blends, Confectionery, Cheese, Processed Meat, Snack Foods, Cereal, Baked goods, dressing

Main pigments are the water soluble Norbixin and the oil soluble Bixin. Points to note: Annatto precipitates at acidic pH but acid-proof versions are available in the Roha range. Annatto can be blended with E100 Turmeric to impart a more wholesome yellow hue. Applications: Fats & Oils, Margarines, Fat Based Coatings and cream fillings, Cheese, Snack Products, Ice Cream and Ice Cream cones, Sausage Casings, Fruit Preparations, Confectionery, Bake Mixes, Dry blends