Yellow Food Coloring E102 - Professional Format - Silikomart

Reference: 99.508.03.0000
Brand: Silikomart (Italy)
Format: Airtight bucket 1000g

Product Description

The yellow water-soluble food coloring E102 Silikomart in 1kg format is the reference solution for professionals in pastry, confectionery, and ice cream making seeking intense and stable yellow coloring.

This ultra-concentrated powder of Tartrazine FCF (E102) allows obtaining bright yellow shades ranging from delicate pale yellow to vivid lemon yellow depending on the dosage, ensuring consistent and reproducible colorimetry for your creations.

Exceptional performance: With a maximum dosage of 0.59 g/kg, this 1kg bucket can color up to 1,695 kg of preparations, offering optimal material efficiency.

Technical Characteristics

• Active dye: Tartrazine FCF (E102)
• Type: Ultra-concentrated water-soluble powder
• Solubility: Excellent in water and aqueous media
• Obtained color: Lemon yellow to bright yellow
• Maximum dosage: 0.59 g/kg (590 mg/kg)
• Packaging: Airtight food-grade plastic bucket
• Storage: 24 months at room temperature, in a dry place
• Origin: Silikomart S.r.l - Italy

Professional Applications

Pastry and Desserts: Mousses, bavarois, mirror glazes, pastry creams, macarons, meringues, sponge cakes.

Artisanal Confectionery: Colored white chocolate, gummy candies, fruit pastes, caramels, marshmallows, pulled sugars, pastillage.

Decoration and Cake Design: Sugar paste, fondant, gumpaste, royal icing, neutral glaze.

Glazing: Ice creams and sorbets, granitas, iced drinks, frozen desserts.

Professional Usage Instructions

Preparation

Recommended dilution: Dissolve the required amount in a little warm water (40-50°C) before incorporating into the preparation to ensure uniform dispersion.

Indicative Dosages

• Pastel shade: 0.05 to 0.15 g/kg
• Medium yellow: 0.20 to 0.35 g/kg
• Intense yellow: 0.40 to 0.59 g/kg (maximum limit)

Specialized Techniques

Macarons: Incorporate the powder into the dry ingredients before sifting for perfect dispersion.

White chocolate: Dissolve in a few drops of soy lecithin before incorporating into the melted chocolate at a maximum of 45°C.

Mirror glaze: Add to the glaze cooled to 35°C for optimal shine.

Product Benefits

Coloring performance: High intensity allowing bright shades with minimal dosage.

Silikomart Quality: International reference brand guaranteeing consistent concentration and purity, full traceability.

Technical stability: Excellent thermal resistance from -18°C to +200°C. Perfect for cooking and freezing.

Professional format: 1kg packaging suitable for intensive production with excellent yield.

Regulatory Information

Composition

Ingredients: Tartrazine FCF Coloring (E102)*

*May have adverse effects on activity and attention in children.

Labeling of your Finished Products

List of ingredients: Mention "Coloring: E102" or "Coloring: tartrazine"

Warning: "E102: may have adverse effects on activity and attention in children"

Dosage: Respect the limit of 0.59 g/kg in the finished product.

Storage and Preservation

Store at room temperature (15-25°C) in a dry place away from moisture and direct light. Reseal tightly after use.

Shelf life: 24 months in the original sealed packaging.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many preparations can I color with 1kg? Up to 1,695 kg at the maximum dosage, about 3,300 kg for medium shades.

Does this coloring withstand cooking? Yes, excellent thermal stability from -18°C to +200°C.

Can I use it for chocolate? For white chocolate only, by first dissolving it in soy lecithin.

How to avoid lumps? Always dilute the powder in a liquid before mixing. For dry doughs, sift with the dry ingredients.