Our natural colours are more than just pigment — they represent purity, sustainability, and a commitment to health-conscious innovation. Whether you’re producing beverages, bakery items, dairy products, or nutraceuticals, Dycron’s natural colours can bring life to your creations without compromising on quality or compliance.
What Are Natural Food Colours?
Natural food colours are colour additives obtained from natural sources such as fruits, vegetables, seeds, algae, and minerals. Unlike synthetic colours, these are not chemically synthesized but instead extracted using physical or biological processes.
Some common sources include:
• Curcumin – extracted from turmeric root for yellow shades
• Anthocyanins – from berries, grapes, and red cabbage for red-blue tones
• Beta-Carotene – from carrots and palm fruit for orange
• Chlorophyll – from spinach or alfalfa for green
• Paprika and Capsanthin – for warm red and orange hues
Our Natural Colour Manufacturing Process
Dycron’s natural colour production blends traditional knowledge with modern extraction technology. Our team ensures that every colour is derived safely, sustainably, and consistently.
1. Raw Material Sourcing
We begin by selecting high-quality raw botanical sources grown under controlled, chemical-free environments. Each batch is checked for pesticide residues, heavy metals, and microbial safety before processing.
2. Extraction
Natural pigments are extracted using gentle methods such as water or alcohol-based extraction, supercritical CO₂, or cold pressing. This preserves the integrity and nutritional value of the colour compounds.
3. Filtration & Concentration
The extracted solution is filtered, concentrated, and standardized to achieve consistent colour strength across all batches. We avoid the use of harmful solvents or synthetic stabilizers, keeping the formulation as clean as possible.
4. Drying & Formulation
Depending on the end-use, natural colours are formulated as liquids, powders, or emulsions. Spray drying or freeze drying ensures long shelf life and ease of use in industrial applications.
5. Testing & Compliance
All natural colours are tested for stability, pH tolerance, light resistance, and microbial safety. Dycron adheres to international regulations including:
• FSSAI (India)
• FDA (USA)
• EU Regulations (EFSA)
• WHO Codex Alimentarius standards
Applications of Natural Colours
Dycron’s natural food colours are suitable for a wide range of applications:
• Beverages: Juices, flavoured waters, syrups
• Dairy: Ice creams, yoghurts, milk drinks
• Bakery: Cakes, cookies, frostings
• Confectionery: Gummies, hard candies, jellies
• Pharmaceuticals: Tablets, powders, capsules
• Health & Wellness: Nutraceuticals, organic supplements
Why Choose Dycron’s Natural Colours?
• Clean Label: Plant-based, chemical-free, consumer-trusted ingredients
• Global Compliance: Meets regulatory standards across continents
• Custom Shades: Natural blending for tailored results
• Sustainability: Sourced and produced with minimal environmental impact
• Technical Support: Our experts help optimize use and performance in your formulations
Limitations and Considerations
While natural colours offer unmatched safety and consumer appeal, they do come with a few challenges:
• Stability: Some natural colours may be sensitive to heat, light, or pH
• Cost: Generally higher than synthetic alternatives due to sourcing and processing
• Shade Range: Limited compared to synthetic dyes, though constantly improving
At Dycron, we work closely with you to choose the right natural colour for your product based on your process conditions, ingredient compatibility, and target audience.
Bring Nature Into Your Brand
Consumers today want to feel good about what they eat. Using Dycron’s Natural Food Colours is a step toward clean labelling and consumer trust. We offer a complete portfolio of natural solutions, backed by scientific support and over two decades of industry experience.
Contact us to explore samples, colour trials, or customised natural blends tailored for your product line. Let’s colour the future, naturally.
