Carthamin is a benzoquinone-based natural red pigment derived from the flower petals of Carthamus tinctorius L. (safflower). Recognized for its vibrant coloration, carthamin has been historically used as a dye and food coloring. It is also known as Natural Red 26 in the food industry. Alfa Chemistry offers high-purity carthamin powder with stringent quality control to ensure optimal performance across various applications.

Organizational form	Fine powder
Color	Dark red to red-brown
Taste and smell	Characteristic
Impurity	No visible exogenous impurities
Physical and chemical index
Mesh size	100% pass 80 mesh
Solubility	Very slightly soluble in water Very slightly soluble in ethanol Practically insoluble in ether
Heavy metals
Arsenic (As)	≤ 1 ppm
Lead (Pb)	≤ 1 ppm
Microbiological tests
Total plate count	≤ 1000 CFU/g
Yeast & mold	≤ 100 CFU/g
Salmonella	Negative
E. coli	Negative
Storage	Cool, ventilate and dry

Carthamin is widely utilized in multiple industries due to its vibrant red hue and natural origin:

Dyeing Industry: Traditionally used in textile dyeing, carthamin has been a key colorant in silk and fabric production.
Cosmetics: Incorporated into lipsticks, rouges, and other beauty products for its natural pigmentation.
Food Industry: Known as Natural Red 26, carthamin is employed as a food coloring agent to enhance the visual appeal of various products.

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