Alkalized Cocoa powder

Alkalized Cocoa Powder (CAS 95009-22-6), also known as Dutch-process cocoa, is a treated cocoa ingredient in which natural cocoa has been processed with an alkalizing agent to neutralize acidity and deepen color and flavor intensity.

Where is Alkalized Cocoa powder used?

• Confectionery and bakery: dark color and smooth, mellow chocolate flavor in premium cookies
• Beverages: hot cocoa mixes, chocolate-flavored drink powders and ready-to-mix formats needing a less bitter, more soluble cocoa profile
• Ice cream and dairy desserts: consistent chocolate flavor and visual appeal in batch production
• Coating compounds, fillings and dry seasoning blends
• It functions as a flavoring and coloring ingredient in food manufacturing.

Commercial specifications

• Range of fat contents, typically low-fat and medium-fat grades
• Bulk bags and smaller packaging formats for industrial-scale and mid-volume procurement