Product Application Scenarios
Phycocyanin E18 is one of the most popular natural blue colorants in the global clean‑label market, with wide and professional application scenarios covering food processing, beverage production, cosmetic manufacturing and nutraceutical formulation.
In the food industry, it can be used in gummies, candies, baked goods, pasta, plant‑based meat, ice cream, yogurt and dairy products. It provides stable, bright natural blue color without fading during high‑temperature baking, freezing and sterilization. It fully replaces artificial synthetic blue dyes and meets EU, FDA and global food safety standards.
In the beverage industry, it is widely added to functional drinks, protein shakes, cold‑pressed juices, kombucha, craft beer and instant solid drinks. It has excellent solubility in cold and hot water, stable color in acidic and neutral environments, no precipitation, no odor interference, and maintains long‑term color stability during shelf life.
In cosmetics and personal care products, it is used in facial serums, creams, face masks, bath bombs, shower gels and natural makeup. It acts as a natural colorant and antioxidant ingredient, suitable for clean‑beauty, vegan and organic cosmetic lines with no irritation to skin.
In dietary supplements and nutraceuticals, it is added to antioxidant capsules, health powders, sports nutrition formulas and vegan supplements. It provides natural blue color while delivering antioxidant activity for daily health care formulations.
Core Functions & Product Advantages
This food‑grade Phycocyanin E18 has obvious competitive advantages over other blue pigments in safety, stability, color performance and functional value.
First, it is a 100% natural plant‑based blue pigment, free from FD&C synthetic blue dyes, heavy metals, preservatives and allergens. It fully meets global clean‑label, organic and vegan requirements.
Second, it owns stable physical and chemical properties. It remains stable under pH 4.0‑8.0 and temperature below 60°C, with no discoloration or precipitation during food processing, sterilization and storage.
Third, it has strong antioxidant activity. Rich in phycocyanobilin, it effectively scavenges free radicals, reduces oxidative stress and provides auxiliary anti‑inflammatory effects for human body.
Fourth, it has international authoritative certifications including USDA Organic and Halal, which supports global market access and meets strict import standards of EU, USA, Middle East and Southeast Asia.
Fifth, consistent batch‑to‑batch quality. Each batch strictly controls E18 color value, moisture and heavy metal indicators, avoiding unstable color or content fluctuation for downstream manufacturers.
Sixth, excellent processing compatibility. Fine powder with good fluidity and solubility, easy to mix with other raw materials, compatible with various food and cosmetic formulations without chemical reaction.
Product Attribute Table
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Phycocyanin E18 Powder |
| Active Ingredient | Phycocyanin (E18, 18% Color Value) |
| Botanical Source | Spirulina Platensis |
| Appearance | Fine Deep Blue Powder |
| Grade | Food Grade / Cosmetic Grade |
| Certifications | USDA Organic, Halal, Non‑GMO, Kosher |
| Solubility | 100% Water‑Soluble |
| pH Stability | pH 4.0‑8.0 |
| Mesh Size | 80‑100 Mesh |
| Brand | Yaokun |
| Origin | Shaanxi, China |
| Storage | Sealed cool & dry place, avoid direct sunlight and high temperature |
| Shelf Life | 24 Months |
Packaging Specification
1kg Aluminum Foil Bag
25kg Fiber Drum with Double Inner Plastic Bags