Caramel Color CAS 8028-89-5 Manufacturer | E150 Liquid & Powder
Name: Caramel
Cas: 8028-89-5
Purity: 99%
MOQ: 1KG
Directory Guidance on Caramel
Chemical Structure
Basic Info
Caramel Color (CAS Registry Number: 8028-89-5), universally recognized under food additive classification E150, is a water-soluble dark brown colorant produced through the controlled heat-treatment of food-grade carbohydrates (such as corn syrup, sucrose, or dextrose), optionally in the presence of acids, alkalis, or ammonium compounds. It provides dependable coloration ranging from pale yellow to deep reddish-brown across food and beverage matrices.
At Shandong Zhishang Chem Co., Ltd., our Caramel Color series (including Class I plain caramel and Class IV sulfite-ammonia caramel) offers exceptional tinctorial power, acid stability, and colloidal integrity, making it an ideal coloring agent for colas, beers, soy sauces, gravies, and confectionery products.
| Technical Parameter | Standard Specification | Analytical Test Method |
|---|---|---|
| CAS Registry Number | 8028-89-5 | INS: 150a / 150b / 150c / 150d |
| Product Category | Food Grade Caramel Color (Liquid / Powder) | Carbohydrate Pyrolysis Derivative |
| Appearance | Dark brown to black liquid or free-flowing powder | Visual Assessment @ 25°C |
| Color Intensity (EIC @ 610nm) | 0.100 – 0.500 (or customized specific gravity) | Spectrophotometric Assay |
| pH Value (10% Solution) | 2.0 – 5.5 (depending on Class type) | Digital pH Meter |
| Specific Gravity (20°C) | 1.20 – 1.35 g/cm³ (Liquid grades) | Pycnometer / Hydrometer |
| Heavy Metal Limits | Lead (≤ 2 ppm), Arsenic (≤ 1 ppm) | ICP-OES / AAS Assay |
Product Packaging
Caramel Color’s exceptional light stability, heat resistance, and broad pH compatibility support its widespread use across diverse food and beverage sectors:
♦ Beverage Industry: Imparts the characteristic rich amber hue to colas, root beers, malt beverages, energy drinks, and alcoholic spirits (whisky, rum, liqueurs).
♦ Sauces & Condiments: Enhances visual appeal and depth in soy sauces, Worcestershire sauces, gravies, barbecue sauces, and vinegar seasonings.
♦ Bakery & Confectionery: Provides natural-looking brown tones in dark breads, cookies, chocolate biscuits, pet foods, and caramel confectioneries.
♦ Pharmaceutical Syrups: Acts as a safe, inert coloring excipient in liquid cough syrups and oral suspensions.
FAQ
A: Class I (Plain) is produced without ammonium or sulfite compounds, ideal for spirits and bakery goods. Class IV (Sulfite-Ammonia / Acid-Proof) possesses high negative colloidal charge, making it exceptionally stable in low-pH, high-acid carbonated soft drinks like colas.
A: Yes. Caramel Color exhibits excellent thermal resistance and light fastness, retaining its color intensity even after undergoing ultra-high temperature (UHT) processing or commercial retort sterilization.
A: Store in original sealed containers in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from direct sunlight (recommended temperature: 10°C–30°C). Avoid freezing. Under proper conditions, the shelf life is 12 to 24 months.
A: We supply liquid Caramel Color in 25 kg plastic pails, 300 kg HDPE drums, and 1,400 kg IBC totes, as well as powder in 25 kg multi-wall bags. Every shipment is accompanied by a batch-specific COA and food-grade compliance documents.
Related References
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Quality Management & International Certifications
To satisfy rigorous global food safety regulations and supply chain audit standards, Shandong Zhishang Chem adheres to comprehensive quality assurance frameworks:
ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management: Systematic control over carbohydrate raw material selection, thermal caramelization, cooling, filtration, and drumming.
FSSC 22000 / ISO 22000 Food Safety System: Certified hazard analysis and critical control point (HACCP) protocols ensuring complete food chain safety.
Kosher & Halal Certification: Formulated strictly from plant-derived carbohydrate sources, satisfying global dietary and religious compliance standards.
Global Regulatory Alignment: Conforms strictly to FAO/WHO JECFA specifications and Food Chemicals Codex (FCC) purity requirements.
Ensuring color stability, acid resistance, and absence of flocculation in carbonated beverages or high-salt sauces requires meticulous testing. Every production batch of Caramel Color undergoes internal laboratory validation before issuing a Certificate of Analysis (COA):
Spectrophotometric Tinctorial Power Assay: Measures optical density (absorbance) at specific wavelengths to guarantee uniform batch coloring strength.
Acid & Electrolyte Stability Testing: Evaluates precipitation resistance in high-acid (e.g., cola drinks) and high-salt (e.g., soy sauce) environments.
Microbiological Screening: Total plate count, yeast, mold, and pathogen absence verification to ensure pristine food-grade safety.
Heavy Metal & Sulfite Residue Analysis: ICP-OES and titration assays confirming trace metals and sulfite levels remain well below international maximum limits.
Manufacturer of Caramel
Achievements
Zhishang Chem is based in Shandong, serves the whole country, faces the world, and is determined to become an excellent supplier and service provider in the chemical industry.
As a top manufacturer of cosmetic raw materials, disinfectants, flavors and fragrances in China, we are committed to producing high-quality products and have won high praise from customers all over the world.
In the next 10 years or even longer, Zhishang will always adhere to the tenet of quality first and reputation first, and devote itself to providing customers with thoughtful and perfect services.
As a professional Diallyldimethylammonium Chloride manufacturer, Zhi shang Chemical has served more than 6,000 customers around the world. Because of our high-quality products and professional services, we have won high praise from most of our customers.
Service
Pre-Sales Service
* Timely reply and 24 hours online, the professional team will provide you with the most favorable prices and high-quality products.
* The sample supports testing and inspection.
* Each batch of products will be tested to ensure that its quality meets user needs.
*Packaging can also be made according to customer requirements.
*Any inquiries will be answered by our relevant personnel within 24 hours.
*We will provide you with commercial invoice, packing list, packing list, COA, health certificate and certificate of origin if you need it. If your market has other special requirements, please let us know.
Advice on Shipping
1. For products ≤50kg, we recommend using express delivery, which is usually called DDU service (discounted, convenient).
2. For products ≤500kg, we generally recommend air freight, which is usually called FOB, CFR or CIF service (fast and efficient).
3. For products >500kg, we generally recommend shipping by sea, which is usually called FOB, CFR or CIF service (economical, safe).
4. For high-value products, please choose air or express to ensure the safety of product transportation.
Company Info
ZhishangChem company in China that exports chemicals, Cosmetic raw materials, and Intermediates for over 70 countries now.
And a range of 50,000 products with the best quality and competitive price to meet your different purchasing needs.
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