Description

Gardenia Yellow CAS NO 94238-00-3 is a natural, water-soluble pigment derived from the fruit of the *Gardenia jasminoides* Ellis plant. This high-quality colorant is prized for its vibrant yellow to orange hues and its safety profile, making it an excellent alternative to synthetic dyes. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the food and beverage, nutraceutical, cosmetic, and pharmaceutical industries for its stable coloring properties and natural origin.

Application

• Food & Beverage Coloring: Used in candies, ice cream, beverages, baked goods, and dairy products to provide a stable yellow to orange color.
• Nutraceutical & Dietary Supplements: Employed as a natural colorant in capsules, tablets, and powdered health supplements.
• Cosmetics & Personal Care: Incorporated into formulations for lipsticks, eyeshadows, soaps, and lotions for natural coloration.
• Pharmaceuticals: Used for coloring coatings on tablets and capsules, aligning with clean-label and natural ingredient trends.
• Alcoholic Beverages: Applied in the production of liquors and spirits to achieve desired visual appeal.
• Industrial Applications: Potential use in textiles and other non-food products requiring natural pigments.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Gardenia Yellow
CAS No.	94238-00-3
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Gardenia Yellow Pigment; Crocin; Gardenia Fruit Extract; Natural Yellow 6; CI 75125; Gardenia Jasminoides Fruit Extract; Geniposide; Crocetin
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Gardenia Yellow is produced and tested to meet stringent quality standards suitable for food-grade and nutraceutical applications. We ensure compliance with relevant specifications, including those outlined in the Food Chemicals Codex (FCC). A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA), detailing purity, absorbance, and heavy metal limits, is available for every batch upon request to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from excessive heat and moisture to maintain product stability and shelf life.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange-brown powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Color Value, E1% 1cm)	≥ 400 (or as specified)
Loss on Drying	≤ 5.0%
Ash	≤ 5.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Arsenic (As)	≤ 2 ppm
Lead (Pb)	≤ 3 ppm
Solubility	Freely soluble in water

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