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E162 BEETROOT RED; BETANIN

E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin is widely used in the food industry as a natural colorant.
E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin is widely used, according to the requirements on the recipe, but the color is quite unstable.
E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin is most often used in frozen products, dry mixes, and products with a limited shelf life.

CAS Number: 7659-95-2 (commonly used for betanin-rich beetroot pigment systems)
EC Number: 231-628-5 (assigned to betanin / betalain pigment classification)
Molecular Formula: C24H27N2O13 (main active pigment: betanin; extract is a mixture)
Molecular Weight: 550.48 g/mol (betanin; mixture varies for E162 extract)

SYNONYMS:
beetroot red, beet red, betanin, beet pigment, beet juice color, beetroot extract, beta vulgaris extract, beetroot juice concentrate, betalain red, beet color, natural red 33, E162, beet juice pigment, beetroot betalain extract, CI Natural Red 33

E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin is a natural food colorant derived from beetroot (Beta vulgaris).
E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin belongs to the betalain pigment family, which is a unique group of water-soluble, nitrogen-containing plant pigments.
In regulatory and industrial contexts, E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin refers to beetroot extract standardized mainly for betanin content, the primary red-violet pigment responsible for beet coloration.

Unlike carotenoid-based pigments (e.g., paprika extract), E162
E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin is a natural colorant obtained from beetroot roots, where pigments accumulate in vacuoles of plant cells.
E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin is mainly due to betalains, especially betanin, which gives the characteristic red-violet hue.

E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin is considered safe, stable in acidic conditions, and widely used as a natural alternative to synthetic dyes, although it is sensitive to heat, light, and high pH.
E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin is a food additive in the category of natural colorants, obtained from red beetroot.
E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin is excreted in the urine, in an unchanged form.

E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin is extracted from the roots of red table beetroot, most often from its juice, which is subjected to water extraction and then pressing.
This process makes E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin possible to obtain concentrated pigments, about 95% of which are betanin compounds.
The chemical formula of E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin is C24H27N2O13.

By nature, E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin is a nitrogen-containing compound from the group of betalains of the betanins class.
The color provided by E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin depends on the acidity of the medium: in acidic conditions betanin becomes bright red, in neutral conditions it can shift to purple tones, and with increasing pH a bluish-violet shade appears.

E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin is produced in the form of powder, paste, or concentrated solution.
When mixed with water, E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin practically restores the natural appearance of beet juice.
E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin has no taste, while its smell retains a slight beetroot note.

The consistency and color of the additive make E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin convenient for use in the food industry.
At the same time, E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin is sensitive to light and heat and degrades under their influence.
Therefore, E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin is most often used in frozen products, dry mixes, and products with a limited shelf life.

E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin, is a food additive from the category of natural colorants, obtained from red beet.
E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin's vibrant hue, along with its natural origin, makes it a popular choice in the food industry.
E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin is a water-soluble pigment extracted from the roots of the beet plant (Beta vulgaris).

E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin belongs to the betalain pigment family, which is responsible for the red and yellow colors in red beet and some other plants.
E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin is a natural food coloring derived from beets (Beta vulgaris).
E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin is a red pigment that belongs to the betalain family of pigments.

E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin is known for its vibrant red color and is widely used as a natural alternative to synthetic food dyes.
E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin is a red glycosidic food coloring obtained from beets; it is the aglycone, betanidin, obtained by hydrolyzing a glucose molecule.
E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin is obtained from red beet juice, the vegetable Beta vulgaris, or red beet root extract.

E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin is the main coloring compound found in red beet juice.
E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin is acquired from beets we eat.
These beets are named as Latin beta vulgaris ruba.

Beets are cleaned, squeezed, concentrated and then used as colorants.
Two pigments named betanin (75-95%) and vulgaksantin (5-25%) are available at beet root red.
E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin giving color to red beet root plant is betanin.

E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin is a natural pigment giving red-pink color.
E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin sources in nature are plants such as red beet, some mushroom kinds and bougainvillea flower.
E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin's usage is not limited according to Turkish Food Codex.

pH range that E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin is most stable is 4-6.
E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin maintains their color stability for 14 minutes at 100ºC in this pH range.
Commercial E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin usually contains 0.4-1.0% of pigments (based on betanin), 80% of sugars, 8% of ash, 10% of protein, and citric, lactic, and ascorbic acids as preservatives.

E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin can be produced in three main forms: powder, liquid, or paste.
E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin can color materials of both synthetic and natural origin.
E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin is a water-soluble substance; the taste and aroma of the food additive corresponds to the characteristics of a natural beet product.

USES and APPLICATIONS of E162 BEETROOT RED; BETANIN:
E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin is widely used in the food and beverage industry as a natural colorant.
E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin is commonly found in products such as:
Confectionery (candies, gummies), Beverages (juices, smoothies), Dairy products (yogurt, ice cream), Processed foods (sauces, soups).

In addition to its use as a food colorant, E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin is also used in cosmetics and pharmaceuticals for its vibrant color and potential health benefits.
The history of using E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin as a source of coloring substance goes back hundreds of years, but the isolation and standardization of betanin as a food additive became possible only in the 20th century with the development of extraction and stabilization technologies for natural pigments.

E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin has an exclusively natural (plant-based) origin and has no synthetic analogues, although in laboratory conditions purification and modification methods are possible.
Applications of E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin in the Food Industry:
Confectionery (candies, coatings, fillings), Ice cream, and powdered drinks, Bakery products and breakfast cereals, Dairy products, Processed meat (sausages, salami), Soups, tomato-based products, bacon substitutes, Jams, jellies, marmalades, Processed fish and vegetable preparations.

E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin is widely used as a natural food coloring agent in: Beverages (juices, smoothies, flavored waters), Dairy products (yogurt, ice cream, milk drinks), Confectionery (candies, gummies, jelly desserts), Bakery products (icing, fillings, decorations),
Sauces, soups, and dressings, Plant-based meat alternatives.

E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin is widely used as a clean-label alternative to synthetic red dyes, particularly in beverages, dairy products, and plant-based foods.
Beetroot Red; Betanin is hydrophilic and used exclusively in aqueous food systems.
E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin is a natural red food colorant derived from red beetroots (Beta vulgaris), commonly used in dairy, confectionary, and beverages to provide a bright red-to-purple hue.

E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin is mainly used as a natural food coloring, providing a range of red to purple shades depending on the pH of the food product.
E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin can also be used to color meats and sausages.
E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin's most common use is in coloring ice cream and powdered soft drinks.

E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin is used in some sugary foods such as candies, sugar coatings, and fruit or cream fillings.
E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin is also used in soups, as well as in tomato and bacon products.
Areas of usage of E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin in food sector: Confectionery products, baking products, dairy products, drinks, chocolate fillings, breakfast cereals, heat-treated processed meat (sausage and salami), dried red fruits, jellies, marmalade, jam, processed fish and water products, fruit and vegetable preparates, etc.

-Non-food uses of E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin:
Cosmetic formulations (lipsticks, creams, natural pigments),
Pharmaceutical coatings (tablet coloration),
Nutraceutical and functional food products.
E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin is especially important in vegan, organic, and clean-label formulations.

USEFUL PROPERTIES OF E162 BEETROOT RED; BETANIN
*E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin improves the absorption of protein products in the body;
*E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin participates in choline synthesis, normalizes liver function;
with constant use, E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin helps to stabilize blood pressure in humans and E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin strengthens blood vessels.

*The risk of heart attacks is reduced;
E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin is considered a good prophylactic agent against oncology.

In addition to talking about the benefits of this dye, E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin is accompanied by various stories.
For example, for a long time, E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin was believed that strawberry ice cream was colored with strawberries.
*No one realized that such dishes use E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin.

HEALTH BENEFITS of E162 BEETROOT RED; BETANIN:
Antioxidant Properties:
E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin acts as a powerful antioxidant, helping to neutralize free radicals in the body.
This can reduce oxidative stress and support overall health.

Anti-Inflammatory Effects:
Studies suggest that E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin has anti-inflammatory properties, which can help reduce inflammation and support immune function.

Detoxification:
E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin supports liver function and aids in the detoxification process by promoting the elimination of toxins from the body.

Cardiovascular Health:
E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin may help improve cardiovascular health by reducing blood pressure and improving blood flow.

CHEMICAL PROPERTIES of E162 BEETROOT RED; BETANIN:
E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin is a betalain pigment mixture, mainly consisting of:
*Betanin (C24H27N2O13) – major red pigment
*Isobetanin
*Vulgaxanthins (yellow betalains)
*Minor betalain derivatives
*Chemically, betalains are nitrogen-containing water-soluble pigments, structurally different from both carotenoids and anthocyanins.

PHYSICAL PROPERTIES of E162 BEETROOT RED; BETANIN:
E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin appears as a deep red to purplish-red liquid extract, powder, or concentrated syrup, depending on processing (juice concentration or spray-drying).
E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin is highly soluble in water, forming clear red to violet solutions.

E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin is completely insoluble in oils and non-polar solvents, making it suitable only for aqueous systems.
E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin has a mild earthy beet-like odor and a slightly vegetal taste in raw form, though refined extracts are usually neutral in taste.
Color intensity depends strongly on pH, concentration, and storage conditions.

E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin shows maximum stability in acidic environments and may shift toward purple or degrade in alkaline conditions.
E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin is sensitive to light, oxygen, and heat, leading to gradual fading and loss of color intensity over time.
E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin is non-volatile and does not evaporate under normal conditions.

KEY CHEMICAL CHARACTERISTICS of E162 BEETROOT RED; BETANIN:
Highly polar molecule system
E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin contains nitrogen-based chromophore
Conjugated double-bond system responsible for coloration

Stable in acidic conditions (pH ~3–5)
Unstable in alkaline conditions (rapid degradation)
Sensitive to oxidation (oxygen exposure causes breakdown)

Sensitive to light (photodegradation occurs)
Moderate thermal stability (degrades with prolonged heating)
Degradation results in loss of chromophore integrity, leading to fading or brown discoloration.

KEY DETAILS ABOUT E162 BEETROOT RED; BETANIN
Source: E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin is extracted from the juice of red beets, containing pigments like betanin
Color Properties:
E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin produces a bright bluish-red at pH 4–5, turning blue-violet at higher pH. It is water-soluble.
Stability:
Highly sensitive to light, oxygen, and heat, limiting its use to dairy, frozen products, or short-shelf-life items.
Usage of E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin:
Authorized for use in the EU and UK, with no strict usage limits imposed, often added to yogurts, ice creams, sauces, and confectionery.

Pigments;
Main pigment: Betanin (75–95%)
Secondary pigment: Vulgaxanthin (5–25%)
Provides a red–pink natural color

Natural Occurrence;
Red beetroot
Certain mushrooms
Bougainvillea flowers

HOW SUPER-USEFUL E162 BEETROOT RED; BETANIN IS PRODUCED
Betanin, which is a component of E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin, is obtained from the juice of beet roots through an extraction process.
E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin is obtained by extracting juice from food beets.

The juice obtained after pressing is filtered, concentrated, and dried in a vacuum to a dry matter content of 60-65%.
The process is completely environmentally friendly.

Similarly, beet-based coloring powder can be produced by drying ripe fruit and then breaking it down.
E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin is not considered a coloring agent, but a food product with secondary coloring properties.
In the US, E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin is dried beets that are authorized as a food coloring.

BENEFITS AND CHARACTERISTICS of E162 BEETROOT RED; BETANIN:
E162 provides several functional advantages:
*100% natural plant-derived pigment
*Strong red-violet coloration in aqueous systems
*Highly water-soluble (ideal for beverages)
*Suitable for vegan and clean-label products
*Mild antioxidant activity (limited protective effect)
*Compatible with many acidic food formulations
*Easy incorporation into liquid systems

Limitations:
Heat-sensitive
Light-sensitive
Poor stability in alkaline conditions
Not suitable for fat-based systems without emulsification

PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL STABILITY of E162 BEETROOT RED; BETANIN:
E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin exhibits:
*High water solubility
*High stability in acidic aqueous systems
*Low stability in alkaline environments
*Moderate thermal stability (degrades with heat exposure)
*High sensitivity to light and oxygen
*Gradual color fading without protection systems
*No lipid solubility (requires emulsification for fat systems)

BENEFITS of E162 BEETROOT RED; BETANIN:
E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin is a natural component of the human diet, as it is found in many varieties of beetroot and therefore regularly enters the body with food.
Like other natural antioxidants, E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin can neutralize free radicals, protecting cells from oxidative stress.
A number of studies confirm that E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin may have an anticancer effect, help prevent malignant tumors, and reduce the risk of heart attacks.
E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin is also believed to have a beneficial effect on the circulatory system, strengthening capillaries, stabilizing blood pressure, and relieving vascular spasms.
There are data that E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin participates in liver metabolic processes, contributing to the synthesis of choline, which is important for cell function.

SOURCES of E162 BEETROOT RED; BETANIN:
E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin is extracted from the roots of red beets.
The extraction process involves crushing the beets and then processing the juice to isolate the red pigment.
This natural colorant, E162 Beetroot Red; Betanin, is prized for its ability to provide a rich red hue without the use of artificial ingredients.

PHYSICAL and CHEMICAL PROPERTIES of E162 BEETROOT RED; BETANIN:
CAS Number: 7659-95-2 (commonly used for betanin-rich beetroot pigment systems)
EC Number: 231-628-5 (assigned to betanin / betalain pigment classification)
Molecular Formula: C24H27N2O13 (main active pigment: betanin; extract is a mixture)
Molecular Weight: 550.48 g/mol (betanin; mixture varies for E162 extract)
E number: E162
CAS numbers: 1390-65-4, 7659-95-2

Source: Extracted from red beetroot (Beta vulgaris ruba)
pH: Most stable between 4–6
Heat: Retains color for ~14 minutes at 100°C (within pH 4–6)
Light/Oxygen: Sensitive; degrades under sunlight and oxygen → best stored in dark, cool conditions
Alkaline conditions: Breaks down, turning yellow–brown
Color Range: Red to purple, depending on the pH level.
Solubility: Highly soluble in water, making it easy to incorporate into liquid formulations.
Stability: Moderately stable, with degradation occurring at high temperatures and when exposed to light.

Appearance: Deep red, red-violet, or purple-red liquid extract, powder, or concentrate
Odor: Mild earthy beet-like odor
Taste: Slightly earthy or vegetal (in crude extracts)
Physical state: Liquid concentrate, spray-dried powder, or syrup-like extract
Color range: Red → purple-red depending on pH
Solubility in water: Highly soluble (strong hydrophilic pigment)
Solubility in oils/fats: Insoluble

Solubility in organic solvents: Insoluble in non-polar solvents
Density: Not fixed (depends on extract concentration)
Viscosity: Low to medium (liquid extracts)
Volatility: Non-volatile
Stability to light: Low (photodegradation occurs)
Stability to heat: Moderate to low (degrades with prolonged heating)
Stability to oxygen: Moderate (oxidation-sensitive)
pH behavior: Strongly pH-dependent color stability (best in acidic conditions)

Chemical nature: Mixture of betalain pigments (nitrogen-containing water-soluble compounds)
Main component: Betanin (C24H27N2O13)
Molecular formula: Not fixed (mixture system; dominant pigment betanin)
Molecular weight: Not fixed (betanin ~550.48 g/mol)
Structure type: Conjugated chromophore with nitrogen-containing functional groups
Polarity: Highly polar
Functional groups:
Nitrogen-containing imine-like system
Hydroxyl groups (-OH)
Conjugated double bonds (chromophore system)

Reactivity:
Sensitive to oxidation
Sensitive to heat
Highly sensitive to alkaline conditions
Chemical stability: Stable in acidic aqueous systems, unstable in alkaline environments
Ionization: Remains water-dissolved, does not partition into lipids
Redox behavior: Easily oxidized leading to pigment breakdown
Photochemical behavior: Light-induced degradation of chromophore
Degradation pathway: Cleavage of betalain structure → loss of red color → brown/yellow degradation products

FIRST AID MEASURES of E162 BEETROOT RED; BETANIN:
-Description of first-aid measures
*General advice:
Show this material safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance.
*If inhaled:
After inhalation:
Fresh air.
*In case of skin contact:
Take off immediately all contaminated clothing.
Rinse skin with
water/ shower.
*In case of eye contact:
After eye contact:
Rinse out with plenty of water.
Call in ophthalmologist.
Remove contact lenses.
*If swallowed:
After swallowing:
Immediately make victim drink water (two glasses at most).
Consult a physician.
-Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed.
No data available

ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES of E162 BEETROOT RED; BETANIN:
-Environmental precautions:
Do not let product enter drains.
-Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up:
Cover drains.
Collect, bind, and pump off spills.
Observe possible material restrictions.
Take up dry.
Dispose of properly.
Clean up affected area.

FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES of E162 BEETROOT RED; BETANIN:
-Extinguishing media:
*Suitable extinguishing media:
Carbon dioxide (CO2)
Foam
Dry powder
*Unsuitable extinguishing media:
For this substance/mixture no limitations of extinguishing agents are given.
-Further information:
Prevent fire extinguishing water from contaminating surface water or the ground water system.

EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION of E162 BEETROOT RED; BETANIN:
-Control parameters:
--Ingredients with workplace control parameters:
-Exposure controls:
--Personal protective equipment:
*Eye/face protection:
Use equipment for eye protection.
Safety glasses
*Body Protection:
protective clothing
*Respiratory protection:
Recommended Filter type: Filter A
-Control of environmental exposure:
Do not let product enter drains.

HANDLING and STORAGE of E162 BEETROOT RED; BETANIN:
-Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities:
*Storage conditions:
Tightly closed.
Dry.

STABILITY and REACTIVITY of E162 BEETROOT RED; BETANIN:
-Chemical stability:
The product is chemically stable under standard ambient conditions (room temperature).
-Possibility of hazardous reactions:
No data available