Mascot's Type III Caramel Colours are produced from carbohydrates that are heated in the presence of ammonia compounds. No sulphite compounds are used. Type III caramel colours carry a positive ionic charge and are largely used to colour soy sauce and beer.
Malted Foods, Soy Sauce, Beer, Dairy Products, Protein Drinks etc
| PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL SPECIFICATIONS | |
| Colour Intensity (Percent by mass) | 0.08-0.36 |
| Specific Gravity @ 20°C | 1.31-1.33 |
| PH "as is" | 4.0-5.0 |
| Ionic Character(Colloidal Charge) | Positive |
| MICROBIOLOGICAL SPECIFICATION | |
| Standard Plate Count | Max. 200/g |
| Yeast | Max. 10 Cfu/g |
| Mold | Max. 10 Cfu/g |
| E.coli | Less than 3/g |
| Salmonella/25g | Negative |
| Storage Conditions | Not to be exposed to direct sun light. To be stored in dry environment below 32°C. |
| Shelf Life | One year under the above mentioned storage conditions |
Packaging: As Per Requirement.