Basic Information:
Product Name: Gardenia Blue
Botanical Name: Gardenia jasminoides ELLIS
Active Ingredient: Natural Gardenia Blue Color
Part Used: Fruit
Specification: CV E30-150
Appearance: Dark Blue Powder
Extract Method:Water/Enthanol
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Function:
Coloring Agent: Gardenia blue provides a vibrant blue color, making it suitable for use as a natural food and beverage colorant.
Antioxidant Properties: Gardenia blue exhibits some antioxidant activity due to its natural origin, helping to neutralize free radicals and reduce oxidative stress.
Application:
Gardenia blue has a wide range of applications, particularly in food and beverages, but also in cosmetics, and potentially in pharmaceuticals.
Food and Beverage Industry:
Confectionery: Utilized to color candies, jellies, chewing gum, and other sweets to provide visually appealing blue hues.
Dairy Products: Incorporated in products like yogurt and ice cream for a natural blue color.
Bakery: Added to cakes, pastries, and frostings to enhance visual appeal with blue tones.
Beverages: Used in drinks such as soft drinks, alcoholic beverages, and flavored waters for blue coloration.
Savory Foods: Applied to certain processed foods where a blue color may be desired.
Cosmetics Industry:
Skin Care: Utilized in formulations for creams and lotions, leveraging its natural blue pigment.
Makeup: Used as a natural pigment in makeup products such as eyeshadows, lipsticks, and nail polish for unique blue shades.
Pharmaceutical Industry:
Supplement Coloring: Utilized in the coating of tablets and capsules to distinguish different types of medication and supplements.
Functional Foods: Sometimes included in nutritional supplements and functional foods for both its color and potential health benefits.
