PRODUCT	CARMINEX™ LIQUID 5%.
DESCRIPTION	Obtained from a water-alcoholic solution of Carmine, alkalinised with ammonia to prevent microbiological attacks.
CERTIFICATION	Sephardi Kosher Organization
SYNONYMIS	Natural red 4 CI 75470. Chemical Abstract Service (CAS) registry number 1390-65-4 EEC CODE E 120.
APPROVAL	Carminex™ Liquid 5% is in full compliance with the directives of the European Union Colour n° E 120, the National Formulary and 21 CFR 73.100 for Cochineal derivatives.
CONCENTRATION	5% as Carminic Acid.
ANALYSIS	All analysis approved under the FOOD CHEMICAL CODEX II (FCCII)
MISCIBILITY	Carminex™ Liquid 5% is completely miscible in water with no solid residuals.
STABILITY	Highly resistant to light oxidation, change pH and microbiological attacks. Very stable toward heat up to 130 Centigrade degrees, but unstable above that temperature.
APPLICATION	Food industry: dairy desserts, processed cheese, ice cream, jams, sauces, processed meat, confectionery, snacks, alcoholic beverage, baked goods. The FDA list the carmine among the colours permitted in food without limitation and exempt from certification.
CONSERVATION	Two years at normal temperature. Stores in a cold and dry location (5° - 15°C). No refrigeration needed. Prevent from humidity.
PHYSICO-CHEMICAL SPECIFICATIONS	pH : Not less than 11 Mercury : Less than 1 ppm. Lead : Less than 5 ppm. Arsenic : Less than 0.1 ppm. Other heavy metals : Less than 20 ppm.
RESIDUAL SOLVENTS	NONE.
MICROBIOLOGICAL STANDARD	Total plate count : Less than 1000/g. Mould count : Less than 100/g. Yeast count : Less than 100/g. Coliforms : Less than 3/g. Salmonella : Not detected Vibrio-cholera : Not detected E coli : Not detected
PACKING	Sealed plastic bottles of 5, 20, 50 and 200 Kg.
AVAILABILITY	4000 Kg/month.