Colorings have been much in the news of late. Topics range from child hyperactivity studies to interest in carmine, a natural red coloring derived from cochineal insects.
The choice of colorant used in a product depends on an array of factors, from product formulation through shelflife storage conditions.With an ever-expanding palate of colorant options for food and
There is little question that consumers want natural, clean label products. According to the March/April 2008 issue of the Nutrition Business Journal, U.S. sales in the natural and organic foods