Industrial
Paprika Oleoresin
High-Colour Capsicum Colour Extract · E160c
पेप्रिका ओलियोरेजिन · Capsicum annuum
- Origin:
- Karnataka, Rajasthan
- Flavour:
- Vibrant red/orange colour with mild paprika warmth
E160c Natural ColourMeat ProcessingGlobal Food IndustryExport
About Paprika Oleoresin
Paprika oleoresin (E160c) is one of the most widely used natural food colours globally — providing stable red/orange colour in meats, snacks, cheeses and sauces. Unlike synthetic red dyes, paprika oleoresin has excellent heat and light stability, making it a preferred natural alternative for clean-label food manufacturing worldwide.
Health Benefits
- Capsanthin and capsorubin — carotenoid antioxidants with health benefits
- Anti-inflammatory carotenoid content supports overall health
- E160c approved globally as a natural food colour in all major markets
- Vitamin A provitamin activity for nutritional contribution
Culinary & Industrial Uses
- Processed meat colouring — sausages, hot dogs and chicken products globally
- Cheese and dairy product colouring (natural alternative to annatto)
- Snack coating — chips, crisps and namkeen for colour contribution
- Natural red/orange colouring in beverages and sauces
Processing & Grades
Solvent extraction of high-colour paprika varieties (low heat). ASTA colour units standardised: 40,000, 60,000, 80,000 and 100,000+ CU specifications available. E160c food additive specification met.
