CARBON BLACK POWDER VEGETABLE - DFI-295794

Published: 16/04/2019

Description	A very fine black powder which is produced through the carbonisation of specially harvested vegetable matter as per compliant to EU Legislation
Usage	Food colour compliant with commission Regulation EU 231/2012
Usage Rate	As required according to local legislation
Organoleptic test	Passes
Storage	Store in clean, dry conditions avoiding extremes of temperatures and bright sunlight , store at ambient temperatures
Shelf life	12 months on opening: 1 month
Country of Manufacture	UK

Identification	E153 Carbon Black
Moisture	Max:12g/100g
Ash	Max:4g/100g
Lead	Max:2ppm
Arsenic	Max:3ppm
Mercury	Max:1ppm
Cadmium	Max:1ppm
DE(cmc)	< 2.0 v std @ 1 % maldodextrin
Sieve Analysis(Mesh 0.4 mm)	100 % passes
Colour(method:pigment content)	value: >95%
Particle size	colouring powder v std 100% +/- 5
Particle size	<98% passing free through a 150 mesh sieve. >90 % to be<10 microns >50 % to be < 4 microns >10 % to be < 1 micron
Packaging	Food grade triple paper bag in cardboard box
Handling	The product is safe for the intended use.Avoid ingestion, inhalation of dust or direct contact by applying suitable protective measures and personal hygiene .For full safety information and necessary precautions, please refer to Material safety Data sheet
Ingredients	E153 Vegetable Carbon