Description

Saffron CAS NO 8022-19-3 is a premium natural colorant and flavoring agent derived from the dried stigmas of the *Crocus sativus* L. flower. This highly valued extract is prized for its intense golden-yellow hue, distinctive aromatic profile, and bioactive properties, making it a critical ingredient for quality-driven formulations. It is essential for manufacturers in the food, beverage, nutraceutical, and cosmetic industries seeking natural, multifunctional solutions.

Application

• Food & Beverage Coloring: Used as a natural colorant (E164) in dairy products (cheeses, yogurts), confectionery, baked goods, rice dishes (like paella and risotto), soups, and alcoholic/non-alcoholic beverages.
• Flavor Enhancement: Imparts a unique, slightly bitter, and hay-like flavor profile essential for authentic taste in traditional dishes, spice blends, and gourmet food products.
• Dietary Supplements & Nutraceuticals: Incorporated into capsules and tablets for its potential antioxidant properties and traditional wellness applications.
• Cosmetics & Personal Care: Utilized in high-end skincare formulations, soaps, and perfumes for its natural coloring properties and perceived skin benefits.
• Pharmaceutical Preparations: Employed in traditional and herbal medicine formulations for its historical uses.
• Liquor & Spirit Production: Used to color and flavor specific liqueurs and spirits.

Basic Information

Product Name	Saffron
CAS No.	8022-19-3
Molecular Formula	Not Applicable (Natural Extract)
Molecular Weight	Not Applicable (Natural Extract)
Synonyms	Crocus Sativus Stigma Extract; Saffron Extract; Autumn Crocus Extract; Spanish Saffron; Kashmiri Saffron; Za'faran; E164; CI 75100; Natural Yellow 6; Crocin
EINECS	232-403-8

Quality Control

Our Saffron is sourced and processed under strict quality protocols to ensure consistency, purity, and compliance with international standards for natural products. We provide comprehensive quality assurance, including testing for key markers like coloring strength (spectrophotometric analysis at 440 nm), moisture content, and microbial limits. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specifications for food-grade or other relevant grades are available upon request to support your regulatory and quality needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at temperatures between 15°C and 25°C (59°F and 77°F). Maintain low humidity to preserve the extract's color potency, flavor, and shelf life. Keep away from strong odors.

Specification

Item	Specification
Description	Reddish-brown to orange-red filaments or powder; characteristic odor and taste
Identification (TLC/IR)	Complies
Coloring Strength (E1%1cm at 440 nm)	≥ 180 (or as per grade)
Moisture Content	≤ 12.0%
Total Ash	≤ 8.0%
Acid-Insoluble Ash	≤ 1.5%
Microbiological Analysis	Meets standard food-grade criteria
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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