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Iron Oxide Yellow Synthetic Food Colour Manufacturer

Iron Oxide Yellow Colour is a synthetic pigment known for providing vibrant and appealing colors to a range of food products as well as some non-food applications such as cosmetics and pharmaceuticals. It is commonly used in the form of powder and granules, which makes it ideal for various products and gives them the best stability and consistency during manufacturing and storage. These appealing coloured products attract the attention of consumers and boost product sales and brand recognition.

History of Iron Oxide Yellow Colour

The journey of Iron Oxide Yellow began in the early 19th century as part of the broader Iron Oxide pigment group. Iron Oxide Yellow is primarily made from synthetic ferric oxide (Fe2O3.H2O) and it is the safer and more vibrant alternative to natural earth pigments, that do not provide consistency and vibrance like synthetic ones. In the 1920s, manufacturers started using this colour in a range of products because of its ability to provide superior consistency and enhance the appearance of products, and it is also an affordable option for them. Today manufacturers around the world use Iron Oxide Yellow in various manufacturing industries on a large scale.

Applications of Iron Oxide Yellow Colour

Iron Oxide Yellow colourant is extensively used across diverse sectors due to its versatility and safety. In the food manufacturing industry, it is used in confectioneries, baked goods, beverages, and coatings. In cosmetics and personal care products, it is used in the manufacturing of lipsticks, foundations, face powders, eye shadows, and body lotions. Iron Oxide Yellow also plays an important role in the field of pharmaceutical manufacturing as it is used in tablets, capsules, health supplements, etc., that help in the differentiation of the medicines for both patients and pharmacists which reduces the chances of taking the wrong medicines. By making medicines appealing, it also helps increase the brand recognition of the medicines in the market.

Problems with Using Low-Quality Iron Oxide Yellow Colour

Using low-quality Iron Oxide Yellow color in products, especially at the commercial level can lead to significant problems, impacting both products and businesses. These inferior quality colorants may fade or discolour over time which makes the products dull or ugly. Low-quality Iron Oxide Yellow colors often do not fulfill all the regulatory standards suggested by responsible bodies and have some impurities that lead to health-related problems in consumers. Products that do not follow regulatory standards face various challenges such as reduced customer trust, product rejections, and also product recalls from the market.

Regulatory Compliance for Iron Oxide Yellow Colour

Iron Oxide Yellow color is approved for use in various applications by major global regulatory bodies that ensure the safety and quality of colours in products whether they are synthetic or natural colours. Bodies such as the FDA (Food and Drug Administration), in the United States, EFSA (European Food Safety Authority), in the European Union, FSSAI (Food Safety and Standards Authority of India), in India, and JECFA (Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives) are recognized Iron Oxide Yellow colour as safe for food-grade applications. 

Ajanta Food Colours is a leading manufacturer of Iron Oxide Yellow colours that are approved by various governmental bodies around the world. The company is known for offering supra range of colors for food products as well as food-grade colours for non-food applications such as cosmetics and pharmaceuticals. To ensure the quality and safety of colours, we at, Ajanta Food Colours use the latest technologies and machineries in all manufacturing plants. These state-of-the-art machineries include ICO OES to detect heavy metals in raw materials and finished goods, high-performance liquid chromatography for organic impurities, UV spectrometry to analyze pigment content and strength, absorbance curves of colours, thin-layer chromatography, vacuum ovens for LOD tests, humidity detection in products, and color matching machines along with other instruments for complete testing of the raw materials and colours.

For the quality of their colorants and client satisfaction, Ajanta received various awards and certificates from India and from the countries where Ajanta exports their high-quality food colours including Iron Oxide Yellow colour. Some of the awards and certificates include the Arch of Europe Award, the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) Award, certifications from The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), the US Food and Drug Administration (US FDA), as well as Halal, Alcumus ISOQAR, Star-K Kosher, Food Safety System 22000 (FSSC 22000), and ISOQAR certifications, among others. These achievements show Ajanta's expertise and over 75 years of legacy in the field of the synthetic food colouring manufacturing industry.

Conclusion

With the value of Iron Oxide Yellow colour for the manufacturers who go for it is that it makes the products to have a bright appealing colour that is long-lasting, it meets the safety requirements, and it enhances the attractiveness of the product. For companies targeting to improve the appearance of their products by using the best available colours, Ajanta Food Colours is the best option. Being one of the known manufacturers around the globe, we offer superior quality synthetic colors that are produced for different categories of industries.

Contact Ajanta Food Colours today and improve your products forever where quality, consistency and customer satisfaction are our priorities!