D.D. Williamson launches a new caramel color in China

D.D. Williamson has introduced Caramel Color 570 to food and beverage companies in China, which is the most widely-used Class One caramel color in its global portfolio.

The company said it has also transferred the technology for manufacturing the color from its UK and US plants to its Shanghai operation.

The World Health Organization and other global food authorities list four classes of caramel color.

Caramel Color 570, a Class One, contains no ammonium or sulfur compounds as raw materials.

Companies in China using the product may list "Colour Plain Caramel" on the ingredient label for exports to the European Union.

Caramel Color 570, stable in 70% alcohol by volume, has the highest hue (red to yellow tones) of the dozen types of caramel colors manufactured by the company in Shanghai.

Applications include alcoholic beverages (spirits), flavors, cooked meat/poultry, breakfast cereals and bakery/dessert toppings.

It is however not suited for applications that require stability in salt or acid.