Water Soluble Chlorophyll Derivative for Green Food and Beverage Color

Ingredient profile

Sodium Copper Chlorophyllin provides an ingredient option when green coloring and water solubility are required together. Sodium Copper Chlorophyllin is a water-soluble derivative of natural chlorophyll in which the central magnesium atom is replaced by copper to improve stability, produced from Medicago sativa (alfalfa) or mulberry leaves.

Formulation characteristics

• Stable Natural Green Coloring Delivers a bright, stable green shade with markedly better light and heat resistance than natural chlorophyll, and is one of the most widely used natural green colorants.
• Water-Soluble and Easy to Use Readily soluble in water and aqueous alcohol, allowing simple incorporation into liquid, gel and powder formulations.
• Wide pH and Processing Stability Maintains its green hue over a wide pH range and under conventional thermal processing, providing consistent color through shelf life.
• For Sodium Copper Chlorophyllin, the practical comparison is between green coloring and the expected water solubility result in the same recipe. Review green pigment with matrix-dependent stability alongside the intended use. A sample trial should record appearance, mixing behaviour and stability through the planned process. The useful acceptance criteria depend on the finished formulation rather than on a powder photograph alone.

Applications

The application examples include confectionery, jellies, beverages, ice cream and personal care. The relevant preparation should be selected for the intended matrix rather than assuming every described form is interchangeable.

Ingredient details

Handling and storage

Chlorophyllin is a copper-containing derivative. For food application, strictly follow the maximum usage limits and the copper intake regulations applicable in the destination market.

Store in a cool, dry and sealed place, away from direct sunlight and high temperature to prevent color fading.