Also known as: Cochineal extract, carminic acid, E120, Natural Red 4
CAS 1390-65-4Enquire for availability
Carmine is the classic natural red of insect origin, prized for its clean bluish-red shade, supplied to food ingredients manufacturers across the GCC.
CAS No.
1390-65-4
Grade
Food grade, carminic acid 50% min ·…
Packing
20 kg or 25 kg carton
Typical response time: within one business day, with price, packing and lead time.
Within our colors range, Carmine is the classic natural red of insect origin, prized for its clean bluish-red shade. Orders ship ex-warehouse where stock is held, or direct from origin for container volumes.
It is supplied as bright red powder or liquid solution, in food grade, carminic acid 50% min · water-soluble grades, with an assay of carminic acid 50% min. The CAS number is 1390-65-4.
Applications of Carmine
Across the region we supply Carmine into:
Natural red in meat products, sausage and surimi
Yoghurt, dairy desserts and ice cream
Confectionery, bakery decoration and beverages
Cosmetic and pharmaceutical colouring
Packing, storage and handling
Standard packing is 20 kg or 25 kg carton. Store in cool, dry and dark. Shelf life is 36 months from the date of manufacture when stored as specified.
Supply and documentation
Technical specification for Carmine
CAS No.
1390-65-4
Appearance
Bright red powder or liquid solution
Grade
Food grade, carminic acid 50% min · water-soluble grades
Purity / Assay
Carminic acid 50% min
Carminic acid
50% min
Shade
Bluish red, stable to heat and light
pH dependence
Shade shifts with pH — specify application
Origin
Cochineal insect — declare on label
Packing
20 kg or 25 kg carton
Storage
Cool, dry and dark
Shelf life
36 months
Values are typical for the grade we stock. Please confirm the required specification with our sales team.
Natural red in meat products, sausage and surimi
Yoghurt, dairy desserts and ice cream
Confectionery, bakery decoration and beverages
Cosmetic and pharmaceutical colouring
What packing is Carmine supplied in?
Carmine is supplied in 20 kg or 25 kg carton. Other pack sizes can be arranged for container quantities — tell us what suits your plant.
Which grade of Carmine do you stock?
We supply food grade, carminic acid 50% min · water-soluble grades. If you work to a different specification, send it across — a large part of what we supply is sourced to the customer's own standard.
Can you deliver Carmine outside the UAE?
Yes. We ship to Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and Bahrain by road and consolidated container, and to East and West African ports on CIF terms.
