Curcumin
What is Curcumin?
Curcumin (CAS 458-37-7), also known by its food additive designation E100, is the primary bioactive pigment extracted from turmeric root.
Where is Curcumin used?
- Food and beverage: natural yellow-to-orange colorant for mustards and dairy items
- Confectionery and ready meals: vibrant hues without synthetic dyes
- Pharmaceutical and nutraceutical: capsules, tablets and functional supplements targeting antioxidant-positioned lines
- Personal care: skin creams, serums and suncare products where UV-stabilizing properties support shelf life
- Natural food flavoring: mild, earthy warmth in spice blends
- It serves as an antioxidant and flavoring agent in food, pharmaceutical and cosmetic manufacturing.
Commercial specifications
- Standardized extracts typically offered at 95% content, the benchmark specification for most industrial buyers
- Food-grade material conforms to E100 specifications under EU and Codex Alimentarius standards
Other Names (Synonyms)
Zlut prirodni 3 [Czech]|Yo-kin|Yellow root|Yellow puccoon|Turmeric yellow|Tumeric yellow|Terra merita|E100