Achieving the Perfect Colour Every Time

Using Annatto correctly ensures consistent colour development, product uniformity, and consumer appeal.

Whether you're manufacturing cheese, maas, beverages, bakery products, or processed meats, proper handling and dispersion are essential.

Best Practice: Pre-Dispersion

Annatto should always be pre-dispersed before use.

Suitable dispersion mediums include:

• Warm water,
• Milk,
• Product liquids.

This ensures even colour distribution throughout the finished product.

Colour Control Through Dosage

Manufacturers can easily adjust colour intensity:

Lower Dosage

Produces pale yellow shades.

Medium Dosage

Creates rich golden colours.

Higher Dosage

Develops deep orange-red tones.

Storage & Shelf-Life

To maximise colour stability:

• Store in a cool, dry environment,
• Keep away from direct sunlight,
• Store in airtight containers after opening,
• Protect from excessive heat and air exposure.

DFI Annatto AC6 offers a shelf-life of up to 24 months when stored according to recommendations.

Product Quality & Safety

Annatto AC6:

• Contains no allergens,
• Is suitable for human consumption,
• Is supplied as a low-risk food colourant,
• Is Kosher certified.

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One Natural Colourant – Endless Applications

Annatto has become one of the most versatile natural colourants available to food manufacturers.

Its ability to provide attractive yellow, golden, orange, and reddish shades makes it suitable for a wide range of food products.

Dairy Applications

Annatto is commonly used in:

Cheese Production

One of the most recognised applications for Annatto is cheddar cheese and processed cheese products, where it provides the familiar golden-yellow colour consumers expect.

Maas & Fermented Dairy

Annatto can be used to enhance the visual appeal of cultured dairy products and flavoured fermented milk beverages.

Ice Cream

Creates attractive creamy yellow shades in premium frozen desserts.

Meat Industry Applications

Annatto is frequently used in:

• Processed meats,
• Sausages,
• Smoked products,
• Chicken products,
• Fish smoking applications.

It is particularly valued for creating a golden-brown appearance in smoked fish and poultry products.

Bakery & Confectionery Applications

Annatto performs well in:

• Bread crumbs,
• Cakes,
• Sugar confectionery,
• Cereals,
• Snack foods,
• Seasoning blends.

Typical Dosage Guidelines

Usage levels generally range from:

0.005% to 0.20%

depending on the desired colour intensity and product application.