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Natural Colour [Sodium Copper Chlorophyllin (E141ii)]

Vegetarian

Usage Tips

  1. It is used in confectionery, desserts, beverages, dairy products, ice cream, fruit preparation, bakery products, soups, sauces, snack food, seasonings, and convenience food.

Common names and forms

  1. Green Peas (Contain Natural Colour Sodium Copper Chlorophyllin (E141ii))

Description

Chlorophyll is an oil-soluble pigment that is obtained from green-colored vegetables like Lucerne, Nettle, Spinach, and Grass which is responsible for giving an olive-green color. The addition of Copper results in the formation of Copper Chlorophyllin. Sodium Copper Chlorophyllin is a water-soluble form of copper chlorophyllin that is obtained by the process of saponification (Saponification is a process by which triglycerides are reacted with sodium or potassium hydroxide (lye) to produce glycerol and a fatty acid salt) of oil-soluble forms. Chlorophophylls and Chlorophyllins, copper complexes are added to foods and beverages at concentrations up to a maximum permitted level as established by the Codex Alimentarius Commission.

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