MINGNAN BIO | Sunyuan HK
MINGNAN BIO | Sunyuan HK
Proprietary Cultivar · High-Acylated Anthocyanins
Direct from China natural food color manufacturer Mingnan Bio's self-owned agricultural plantations. We selectively bred a proprietary purple radish cultivar rich in high-acylated anthocyanins, delivering natural violet-purple hues (λmax 470–510nm) with superior retort and pasteurization stability. A clean label, vegan alternative to Carmine (E120) and synthetic Red 40.
Agronomic Genetics & Molecular Science
Standard natural red and purple pigments sourced from grapes, red cabbage, or black carrots often suffer from rapid color fading during thermal pasteurization or develop noticeable sulfurous off-notes in low pH beverage systems.
Through directional selective breeding, Mingnan Bio developed a proprietary Purple Radish cultivar rich in di-acylated and poly-acylated cyanidin and pelargonidin glycosides. The aromatic acyl groups form an intramolecular steric copigmentation complex, protecting the chromophore core from water nucleophilic attack. This delivers exceptional heat stability up to 135°C (UHT/HTST), minimal light fading, and a pure violet-purple hue at pH 2.5 to 4.5.
Bred specifically for anthocyanin density
Resistant to thermal pasteurization
Vegan & allergen-free Carmine alternative
Extracted without synthetic chemical solvents
Formulation Decision Matrix
A technical comparison for food scientists and beverage R&D formulators seeking clean label replacement strategies.
| Key Evaluation Factor | Purple Radish Extract | Carmine (E120) | Red 40 (Allura Red) | Purple Sweet Potato |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Botanical / Raw Source | 100% Plant (Proprietary Radish) | Insect (Cochineal beetles) | Synthetic Petroleum Dye | Tuber (Sweet Potato) |
| Dietary & Clean Label | Vegan, Halal, Kosher, Non-GMO | Non-Vegan, Allergen labeling required | Synthetic, Consumer resistance | Vegan, Halal, Kosher |
| Acidic Matrix Stability (pH 2.5–4.5) | Outstanding (High-Acylated) | Excellent | Excellent | Moderate to Good |
| Thermal Resistance (HTST/UHT) | Withstands 135°C pasteurization | High resistance | High resistance | Moderate loss under extended heat |
| Sensory Profile / Off-Notes | Neutral, zero pungent aroma | Neutral | Neutral | Earthy notes, high viscosity starch |
| Regulatory Approval | Approved Food Color (E163) | Approved E120 (Allergen caveats) | FDA Approved, EU Warning Labels | Approved Food Color (E163) |
Application Solutions
Engineered for seamless solubility and hue stability across diverse processing environments.
Ideal for functional beverages, RTD berry teas, craft ciders, and flavored waters. Completely soluble with crystal clarity and vibrant violet-purple hues at pH 2.5–4.2.
Withstands high-temperature cooking in pectin and gelatin gummy candy casting. Provides stable blackberry, grape, and acai shades without color migration.
Widely utilized in fruit preparations, oat yogurts, and fruit swirls. High acylation resists microbial and enzymatic color fade during shelf-life storage.
Technical Data Sheet (TDS) & MSDS
Physicochemical assay parameters, GHS non-hazardous classification, and regulatory compliance data.
| Product Commercial Name | Purple Radish Anthocyanin Extract Powder / Liquid Concentrate |
|---|---|
| Botanical Raw Material | Raphanus sativus L. purple root cultivar (100% self-owned China plantations) |
| Manufacturing Base | Mingnan Bio-Tech Co., Ltd. (China Base) |
| Global Export Agent | SUNYUAN(HONGKONG)INDUSTRIAL CO.,LTD |
| Active Component | Acylated Cyanidin & Pelargonidin Anthocyanin Glycosides |
| Color Value Grade | E(1%, 1cm, 500nm ± 10nm) = 60 – 80 (Powder) | 20 – 40 (Liquid) |
| Absorption Peaks (λmax) | 470nm, 490nm, 500nm, 510nm (Spectrophotometric assay) |
| Optimum Matrix pH | pH 2.5 – 4.5 (Vivid Violet-Purple to Ruby Violet) |
| Processing Heat Resistance | Withstands HTST, UHT (135°C / 4s), and retort pasteurization |
| Solvent Purity | Extracted exclusively using food-grade ethanol solvent (Zero synthetic solvents) |
| Pesticide Residue Control | Standardized agricultural management + Batch 3rd-party lab report included with every shipment |
| Heavy Metal Limits | Lead (Pb) ≤ 2.0 mg/kg | Arsenic (As) ≤ 1.0 mg/kg | Mercury (Hg) ≤ 0.1 mg/kg |
| Microbiological Limits | Total Plate Count < 1000 CFU/g | Coliforms < 30 MPN/100g | Salmonella: Negative/25g |
| Certifications & Standards | ISO 9001, ISO 22000, HACCP, Halal, Kosher, Clean Label Certified |
"Mingnan Bio's Purple Radish extract solved our clean-label Carmine replacement challenge in our sparkling fruit tea line. Pure violet tone with zero aftertaste."
"Consistent color intensity and excellent heat stability during gummy candy cooking. Batch 3rd-party pesticide reports make EU compliance effortless."