Paprika Oleoresin is obtained through controlled solvent extraction of dried ripe fruits of Capsicum annuum, concentrating natural red colour pigments with minimal pungency. It is supplied as a dark red to reddish-brown, oily liquid, soluble in vegetable oils.
The oleoresin is primarily used for natural colour, with colour values typically standardized between 40,000 and 120,000 CU (ASTA). It delivers excellent colour uniformity, stability, and precise dosing compared to paprika powder, making it suitable for processed foods, sauces, seasonings, meat products, snacks, and flavour systems where colour is required without heat.
Each batch meets defined limits for microbiology, heavy metals, and residual solvents. Certified Halal & Kosher, non-GMO, and compliant with US and EU flavouring regulations. Customized colour strengths are available to meet specific application needs.