Annatto Extract 20% Bixin Powder (ANN-001)

1. Product Overview

Annatto Extract 20% Bixin Powder (ANN-001) is a natural colourant derived from the seeds of the Bixa orellana plant, standardized to contain 20% bixin, its primary colouring compound. It is widely used in the food, beverage, cosmetics and pharmaceutical industries to deliver vibrant yellow-to-orange-red colouring. Its natural origin, reliable pigmentation and compatibility with commercial formulations make it a valuable alternative to synthetic colourants. It supports manufacturers responding to growing global demand for natural, plant-based colouring solutions.

2. Key Specifications & Technical Characteristics

• Product Code: ANN-001

• Active Component: Bixin

• Standardization: 20% Bixin

• Source: Annatto seeds (Bixa orellana)

• Chemical Composition: Natural carotenoid pigments, primarily bixin.

• Physical Form: Fine powder.

• Colour: Yellow-orange to reddish-orange.

• Solubility: Oil-dispersible; water dispersibility depends on formulation and carrier system.

• Grade: Food-grade; other grades subject to specification.

• Packaging: 1kg, 5kg, 10kg, 20kg and 25kg sealed moisture-resistant bags or cartons.

• Shelf Life: Typically 24 months under recommended storage conditions, subject to manufacturer specifications.

• Storage: Store in a cool, dry environment, protected from direct sunlight, heat and moisture.

• Origin: Tropical regions, including Latin America, Africa and Asia, depending on sourcing.

3. Core Industrial Applications

• Food & Beverage Manufacturing: Used to colour cheese, butter, margarine, dairy products, sauces, snacks, confectionery and processed foods.

• Dairy Processing: Provides consistent yellow-orange pigmentation in cheese coatings, spreads and fat-based dairy formulations.

• Bakery & Confectionery: Enhances product appearance in baked goods, fillings, coatings and confectionery.

• Cosmetics & Personal Care: Used as a natural colouring ingredient in selected cosmetic and personal-care formulations, subject to applicable regulations.

• Pharmaceutical Manufacturing: Suitable for selected formulations requiring natural colouring agents, subject to regulatory and formulation approval.

• Nutraceutical Industry: Incorporated into selected botanical and functional ingredient formulations.

Its concentrated 20% bixin content supports controlled colour dosing, efficient formulation and reduced handling volumes compared with less concentrated annatto materials.

4. Competitive Advantages

• Standardized Potency: 20% bixin concentration supports predictable colour performance and formulation consistency.

• Natural Origin: Plant-derived colouring solution aligned with demand for naturally sourced ingredients.

• Formulation Efficiency: Concentrated powder enables controlled dosing and efficient industrial processing.

• Supply Reliability: Suitable for bulk procurement and recurring manufacturing requirements.

• Commercial Competitiveness: Bulk sourcing options support cost-effective purchasing and production planning.

• Quality Assurance: Batch-specific certificates of analysis (COA), technical data sheets (TDS) and relevant safety documentation available subject to supplier provision.

• Logistics Capability: Export-oriented packaging and containerized shipment options for international buyers.

• Sustainability Positioning: Plant-derived alternative supporting manufacturers seeking to reduce reliance on synthetic colourants.

5. Commercial & Supply Information

• Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ): BULK – 20 MT.

• Loading Capacity (20-Foot Container): Approximately 10–12 MT, depending on packaging configuration and applicable payload restrictions.

• Loading Capacity (40-Foot Container): Approximately 20–24 MT, subject to packaging configuration and shipping limitations.

• Packaging: 20kg or 25kg export-grade moisture-resistant bags or cartons.

• Supply Capability: Bulk commercial and international export supply.