GNT introduces clean-label paprika emulsion for enhanced orange colouring applications
GNT has expanded its EXBERRY® portfolio with the introduction of a new water-dispersible paprika emulsion, marking the company’s first venture into this specific colouring format. The development addresses the growing technical challenges faced by food manufacturers seeking clean-label orange colour solutions.
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Technical specifications
The new EXBERRY Shade Vivid Orange, developed from non-GMO paprika, demonstrates high colour intensity characteristics that enable efficient application at reduced usage levels. This attribute positions it as a cost-effective alternative for manufacturers seeking to replace synthetic colorants or traditional paprika oleoresin emulsions.
Regulatory considerations
From a regulatory perspective, the ingredient’s classification varies by region. In the European Union and China, it can be declared as “paprika oil”, whilst Australian and New Zealand regulations permit the description “paprika oil emulsion”. US manufacturers can list it as “paprika (colour)” on their ingredients declarations.
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Processing methodology
A key differentiator of the new offering lies in its manufacturing process. The colour is produced using physical processing methods, deliberately avoiding chemical solvents. This approach has significant implications for its regulatory status, as it allows the ingredient to be classified as a food ingredient rather than an additive in numerous jurisdictions, eliminating the need for E-number declarations.
Application versatility
The water-dispersible format complements GNT’s existing oil-soluble variant, providing manufacturers with comprehensive solutions for both water- and fat-based systems. The ingredient demonstrates particular utility in confectionery, dairy, bakery, and plant-based meat applications, where it can effectively replace both paprika oleoresin emulsion (E 160c) and Sunset Yellow (E 110).
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Supply chain integrity
The development aligns with increasing industry focus on supply chain transparency and sustainability. GNT’s paprika supply chain operates through established contract farming partnerships, ensuring complete traceability of raw materials. As Product Manager Frank Engel explains: “There is growing global demand for cost-effective, high-performing colouring ingredients that deliver bright orange hues. We are delighted to now be able to provide an ideal solution in EXBERRY Shade Vivid Orange.”
Sustainability credentials
The ingredient’s development reflects GNT’s broader commitment to sustainable production practices. The company’s approach encompasses both agricultural partnerships and processing methodologies, with the new product adhering to GNT’s established sustainability framework while maintaining the technical performance parameters required by food manufacturers.
The introduction of EXBERRY Shade Vivid Orange represents a significant addition to the clean-label toolbox available to food scientists and product developers working across multiple food categories. Its launch addresses specific technical challenges in achieving bright orange shades while maintaining clean label declarations, particularly in applications where water dispersibility is crucial.
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