Sorghum Red Extract
Plant-Based Industrial Coloring Ingredient
Sorghum red extract (Sorghum bicolor) is a plant-derived coloring ingredient obtained from pigmented sorghum varieties and evaluated for imparting red, burgundy and reddish shades to food formulations. Naturally occurring pigments, particularly 3-deoxyanthocyanidins such as apigeninidin and luteolinidin, contribute to its characteristic coloring properties. Sorghum extract can be evaluated for natural coloring applications in beverages, confectionery, bakery products, fruit preparations, sauces and various processed food formulations. Color performance depends on pigment concentration, formulation pH, thermal processing conditions and interactions with other ingredients. Application trials are recommended before industrial use. PERDIST evaluates wholesale sorghum extract inquiries based on product form, color strength, solubility, intended applications and technical specifications. Powder and liquid options, pigment content, carrier ingredients and microbiological parameters are reviewed according to supplier documentation. Technical specifications, certificates of analysis (COA), origin information and relevant quality documents are reviewed during the quotation process, subject to supplier availability. Compliance with food coloring regulations in the destination market must be verified separately. Packaging, minimum order quantities and shipping arrangements are determined according to product grade and procurement requirements. For recurring industrial orders, color consistency, batch traceability and reliable supply planning are key considerations.
Product and Application Details
| Product definition | Plant-derived coloring extract obtained from pigment-rich parts of Sorghum bicolor. Plant material and extraction methods vary by supplier. |
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| Color and physical properties | Red, reddish and burgundy shades. Powder or liquid grades may be available. Appearance, color strength and solubility depend on product specifications. |
| Coloring compounds | Mainly 3-deoxyanthocyanidin pigments, including apigeninidin and luteolinidin. Pigment composition and concentration are verified through supplier analysis. |
| Applications | Coloring applications in beverages, confectionery, bakery products, fruit preparations, sauces and processed foods, subject to regulatory approval. |
| Usage rate and color stability | Dosage depends on target shade, pigment concentration and formulation. Preliminary trials under relevant pH, temperature and light conditions are recommended. |
| Documentation and quality control | Technical specifications, COA, composition details and origin documents are reviewed subject to supplier availability. Food-use compliance is checked separately. |
| Shelf life and storage | Shelf life varies by product form and packaging. Store sealed in a cool, dry environment protected from direct light, following manufacturer instructions. |
| Packaging | Food-grade packaging options with moisture and light protection, depending on supplier and product form. Net packaging quantities are confirmed in the quotation. |
| Minimum order | Minimum order quantities depend on product concentration, packaging type and supplier conditions. Sample requests are evaluated separately. |
| Shipping | Road, sea or air freight. Product-specific temperature, humidity and light protection requirements follow supplier instructions. |
| Origin | Country of origin varies by supplier and production batch. Manufacturing origin and supporting documents are verified during quotation. |
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