Why Synthetic Food Colours Change from Lab Trials to Mass Production


Colour consistency is a critical factor for manufacturers who are using synthetic food colours in their products. However, many manufacturers face a common challenge, the shade of colour that performs perfectly in lab trials often looks different during mass production.

From the food colour to the appearance of the product, to how consistent different batches are, to how the public perceives the brand, colour variations can affect a lot. Particularly for food, beverages, and pharma manufacturers, knowing these differences is crucial to maintaining consistency at scale.

Our article details the reasoning behind such differences. From scale-up obstacles, processing conditions, ingredient interactions, water quality to equipment. Also, the article gives manufacturers suggestions to help reduce colour variation and obtain consistent results in mass production.

To understand this issue in detail, read our article on why food colours differ in lab tests and mass production.

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