Botonical Name | : | Capsicum annum | |
CAS # | : | 84625-29-6 | |
Country of Origin | : | India | |
Color & Odor | : | Reddish colour | |
Solubility | : | Soluble in water and oil | |
Specific Gravity | : | 0.980-1.010 @25°C | |
Optical Rotation | : | -10.5 to 0.5 @20°C | |
Refractive Index | : | 1.522–1.590 @ 20°C | |
Flash Point | : | >100°C | |
Plant Part Used | : | Fruit Peel | |
Extraction Method | : | Solvent Extraction |
DESCRIPTION:
Oleoresin paprika is extracted from lipids and pigments from the pods of sweet red pepper, capsicum annuum linn or capsicum frutescens, grown in temperate climates. It is an oil soluble extract and mainly used as a coloring and flavoring in food products such as sausage, dressings, dry soluble seasonings, food coatings, and snack food seasonings. CONSTITUENTS:
It consists of three major components such as Capsaicin, Dihydrocapsaicin and Nordihydrocapsaicin. AROMATIC SUMMARY / NOTE / STRENGTH OF AROMA:
Characteristic odor. BLENDS WITH:
It blends well with oils, fat and in dry liquid carriers such salt, dextrose, edible oil, lecithin and benzyl alcohol. COMMON NAMES:
Paprika extract, Capsicum Annum Linn, Capsicum Frutescens. USES:
With its capsanthin and capsorubin, the main coloring compounds, it is primarily used as a coloring and flavoring agent in various food products. It is widely used in processed foods such as sausage, dressings, dry soluble seasonings, food coatings, and snack food seasonings. It is also used in poultry feed to deepen the color of egg yolks.Exceptional Colour Stability
Through advanced processing, this oleoresin is engineered for enhanced colour retention, maintaining its vibrant deep red hue throughout storage and application. Its colour stability is especially beneficial for processed foods requiring consistent visual appeal over a long shelf life.
Versatile Food Applications
Oleoresin Paprika 100000 cu serves as both a potent colouring and mild flavouring agent. Its oil solubility makes it suitable for a wide range of foods including seasonings, processed meats, snacks, and sauces. Just a small quantity delivers significant visual and sensory impact.
Strict Quality and Safety
Manufactured in India under stringent standards, this paprika extract boasts a purity of 100,000 CU and heavy metal content under 10 ppm. Packed in food-grade containers and recognized as GRAS, it is formulated to meet international food industry requirements.










