A colour additive is primarily used to impart colour to food products. These additives may be synthetic or derived from natural sources. Regulatory authorities permit the use of specific food colours only within defined specifications. The use of non-permitted colours constitutes food adulteration and may pose health risks. Therefore, food products must be tested to ensure they are free from banned food colours and that permitted colours are used within the prescribed limits.
At VIMTA, we use state-of-the-art instrumentation and advanced analytical methods to detect and quantify banned food colours, ensuring compliance with national and international food safety regulations.
