Calcium Carbonate is a natural mineral widely used in the food industry as a colorant and structural reinforcement agent. It is extracted from natural sources such as limestone, eggshells, and pearls, offering a safe and approved alternative to synthetic whitening colorants.
Calcium Carbonate is a natural mineral widely used in the food industry as a colorant and structural reinforcement agent. It is extracted from natural sources such as limestone, eggshells, and pearls, offering a safe and approved alternative to synthetic whitening colorants.
Properties
Bright, uniform white tone—ideal for providing opacity and sheen
Natural and Clean Label alternative, free from the risks associated with titanium dioxide
Approved by international regulations, including the FDA and EFSA
Applications
Tablets and supplements: Coatings for pills and capsules
Confectionery: Chewing gum, candies, and white coatings
Bakery: Cookies, icings, and pastry decorations
Powdered beverages: Dairy-based products and nutritional supplements
Baked goods: Base coating layer for breads and sweets
Advantages
– Exclusive formulation developed by Farbe Naturals as a safe and effective alternative to titanium dioxide (E171)
– Does not pose a risk of accumulation in the body, unlike titanium dioxide nanoparticles
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