Paprikapigmenttejä
Paprikapigmenttejä, commonly known as paprika oleoresin or capsanthin, are natural colorants extracted from various types of peppers, primarily *Capsicum annuum*. These pigments are responsible for the vibrant red, orange, and yellow hues found in paprika and other chili peppers. The extraction process typically involves using solvents to isolate the fat-soluble compounds, which are then concentrated to create a potent coloring agent.
The primary carotenoid responsible for the deep red color is capsanthin, while capsorubin contributes to the
Paprikapigmenttejä are widely used in the food industry as a natural alternative to synthetic food dyes. They