EVTene™
Natural Mixed-Carotene Complex
EVTene™ natural mixed-carotene complex is a reddish vegetable oil concentrate extracted and concentrated from palm fruit oil (Elaeis guineensis), consisting predominantly of alpha-carotene, beta-carotene, gamma-carotene, lycopene and small amount of other carotenoids commonly found in fruits and vegetables.
Compared to other products in the market, Palm Carotenes has the highest ratio of alpha-carotene.
EVTene™ is Kosher- and Halal-certified.
Palm Carotenes is GRAS (US FDA GRN No. 320) with letter of no objection from FDA.
Application of Palm Carotenes as Natural Food Colorant
| Category | Color | Examples |
|---|---|---|
| Bakery | Yellow-Orange | Bread, cookies, cream, cereals, nutrition bars |
| Beverages | Yellow-Orange | Fruit juices, soft drinks, yogurt drinks |
| Condiments | Yellow-Orange | Salad dressing, sauces, mayonnaise |
| Confectionary | Yellow-Orange | Candies, gummies, snacks |
| Edible Fats & Oils | Yellow-Orange | Cooking oil, butter, margarine |
| Dairy | Yellow-Orange | Cheese, ice cream, milk, yogurt |
| Product Brand Name | Descriptions |
|---|---|
| EVTene™ | Natural Mixed-Carotene Complex Oil Suspension |
| EVTeneSol™ | Cold Water Dispersible Natural Mixed-Carotene, Powder |
| Alphabeads® | Natural Mixed-Carotene Complex, Beadlets (7.5%) |
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