cochinealkarmiiniin
Cochineal carmine, referred to in Finnish as cochinealkarmiini, is a natural red pigment derived from the cochineal scale insect, Dactylopius coccus. The pigment originates from carminic acid, a compound produced by the insect, which can be extracted and processed into carmine dye. To improve stability, carmine is often precipitated with metal salts to form carmine lakes, which are water-insoluble pigments used on fabrics and in various applications.
Historically, cochineal dye played a major role in the global dye industry after its introduction to Europe
In foods and cosmetics, cochineal carmine provides a bright red to crimson hue and is valued for
Safety considerations include the potential for allergic reactions in a small subset of individuals, including rare