Description

Betanin CAS NO 7659-95-2 is a water-soluble nitrogen-containing pigment, belonging to the betalain class of compounds, primarily responsible for the vibrant red-violet color of beetroot. This natural colorant is highly valued for its stability in the pH range of 3-7 and its status as a clean-label, plant-derived alternative to synthetic dyes like Red No. 40. It is an essential ingredient for manufacturers in the food, beverage, and nutraceutical industries seeking to enhance product appeal with a natural, consumer-friendly color profile.

Application

• Natural Food Coloring: Used to impart a stable red to violet hue in dairy products (yogurts, ice cream), confectionery, fruit preparations, and meat substitutes.
• Beverage Industry: Applied in soft drinks, functional beverages, sports drinks, and alcoholic beverages where a natural color is required.
• Pharmaceutical & Nutraceutical Coatings: Serves as a coloring agent for tablets, capsules, and syrups, providing an attractive appearance without synthetic additives.
• Cosmetics & Personal Care: Incorporated into lipsticks, blushes, and other color cosmetics as a natural pigment.
• Dietary Supplements: Utilized in powdered drink mixes, gummies, and capsules, often marketed for its associated antioxidant properties.
• Laboratory & Research: Employed as a standard or reagent in biochemical research, food science studies, and antioxidant activity assays.

Basic Information

Product Name	Betanin
CAS No.	7659-95-2
Molecular Formula	C24H26N2O13
Molecular Weight	550.47 g/mol
Synonyms	Beetroot Red; E 162; Betanidin 5-O-β-D-glucoside; (S)-Betanidin 5-O-β-D-Glucopyranoside; CI 75480; Natural Red 33; Betacyanin
EINECS	231-628-5

Quality Control

Our Betanin is produced and tested to meet stringent quality standards suitable for food, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic applications. Each batch is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) verifying key parameters such as color strength, purity, and heavy metal content. We adhere to relevant guidelines including FCC (Food Chemicals Codex) and can support compliance with EU (E 162) and FDA regulations for color additives.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at temperatures between 2°C and 8°C (refrigerated) for long-term stability. This product is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; prolonged exposure to air, light, or elevated temperatures should be avoided to prevent degradation and color loss.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark red to violet powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to Standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0% (Betanin Content)
Color Value (E1%1cm at 535 nm)	≥ 1000
Loss on Drying	≤ 5.0 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Arsenic (As)	≤ 3 ppm
Total Plate Count	≤ 1000 cfu/g
Yeast & Mold	≤ 100 cfu/g
E. coli	Negative
Salmonella	Negative

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.