Pinkide

Pinkide is a rare pigment obtained from the thyroid gland of hawksbill sea turtles. The distinct pink color results from the interaction between the pigment's molecules and the animal's body chemistry. This unique characteristic has led to the classification of pinkide as a biological pigment, as opposed to an inorganic synthetic one.

Pinkide's rarity is attributed to the limited availability of hawksbill sea turtles, which are listed as critically endangered. Historically, the primary source of the pigment was a byproduct of the turtle shell trade, which extracted the shells for their decorative and functional value in decorative items such as buttons, jewelry, and other trinkets.

In terms of chemical composition, pinkide is a form of carotenoid, a large group of pigments found in nature that serve to protect organisms from excessive light exposure. It has been found in the form of a melanospecific compound, with a multihydrogen molecule exhibiting a distinct pink resonance wavelength.

Researchers continue to study the properties of pinkide, primarily for its novel chemical and physical characteristics. Its molecular structure is still being examined, aiming to deepen understanding of its biological functions and potential applications beyond the decorative industry. Analysis of pinkide has led to increasing interest in the study of natural pigments as versatile resources for research and development of innovative technologies.

Efforts to preserve and cultivate the unique population of hawksbill sea turtles are of high importance in ensuring the continued existence and availability of this precursor for pinkide production. The clean-up of this pigment from uses associated with the turtle shell trade has been arranged through regulations safeguarding endangered species.