E150d Sugar color IV, obtained by ammonia-sulfite technology

Sugar color IV, obtained by the ammonia-sulfite technology, is a natural or identical natural dye, is included in the group of food additives-dyes. In the international classification of food additives, Sugar color IV has the index E150d.

General characteristics of E150d Sugar color IV, obtained by ammonia-sulfite technology

Sugar color IV – a type of food additive E150, the darkest of all, brown dye. The substance is known as a fine powder or solution of a dark brown, sometimes almost black color, has a bitter taste of burnt sugar and the same smell. E150d Sugar color IV is highly soluble in water, resistant to temperature rise, high acidity and light exposure. The ammonia-sulfite production technology of E150d Sugar Color IV involves the heat treatment of various types of fructose, sucrose and glucose. With the E150d Sugar Color IV, you can get different shades of brown.

Benefits and harms of E150d Sugar color IV

E150d Sugar color IV is considered a harmless additive for the human body, the additive prevents the development of microorganisms in products containing it (calorizator). E150d Sugar Color IV refers to melanins, which are derived from plant materials and protect the body from harmful environmental influences. However, the maximum permissible daily intake of E150d Sugar Color IV has been established, which is 200 mg per 1 kg of human body weight.

Application E150d Sugar Color IV

The main field of application of the E150d Sugar Color IV is the production of beverages, both non-alcoholic and alcoholic. It is the E150d that is responsible for the recognizable color of popular carbonated drinks – Coca-Cola, Pepsi-Cola and others. Also, E150d Sugar color IV is found in many confectionery products, sauces, including soy and oyster, marinades, jams, syrups and some semi-finished products.

Use of E150d Sugar Color IV

On the territory of our country, it is allowed to use E150d Sugar Color IV as a caramel dye for the production of food and beverages, provided that the established consumption standards are strictly observed.