ERYTHROSINE

Erythrosine Food Colour (E127)

Erythrosine (E127) is a water-soluble synthetic food color that produces bright pink to cherry-red shades. It is widely used in the food industry to enhance the appearance of selected food products, providing a vivid and consistent color that remains stable under recommended processing and storage conditions.

Its high coloring strength allows manufacturers to achieve the desired shade using small quantities, helping ensure consistent product quality and visual appeal.

Applications

Erythrosine is commonly used in:

• Candies and confectionery
• Cake decorations and icings
• Bakery products
• Dessert mixes and jellies
• Cherries and fruit decorations
• Decorative food toppings
• Selected dairy desserts (where permitted)
• Specialty food products requiring bright pink or red shades

Key Features

• Produces bright pink to cherry-red colors
• High color intensity with low dosage
• Excellent water solubility
• Consistent color performance
• Easy to blend with other food colors to create custom shades
• Suitable for a variety of food processing applications

Benefits

Using Erythrosine helps manufacturers:

• Enhance the visual appeal of food products
• Achieve consistent color across production batches
• Create vibrant, attractive finished products
• Improve product presentation and consumer appeal
• Deliver reliable coloring performance during processing

How to Use

1. Dissolve the required amount of Erythrosine in clean water.
2. Add the solution during the mixing or blending stage.
3. Mix thoroughly until the color is evenly distributed.
4. Adjust the dosage to achieve the desired shade.
5. Always use in accordance with local food regulations and recommended usage limits for the intended application.

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place in a tightly sealed container. Protect from moisture, direct sunlight, and contamination to maintain product quality and shelf life.