GB 15961-1995

Abolished

Food additive--Monascus color

食品添加剂 红曲红

Standard Type
GB
ICS
67.220.20
CCS
X41
Status
Abolished
Issue Date
1995-12-26
Implementation
1996-12-01
Centralized Committee
N/A
Issuing Authority
N/A

Application Summary AI generated

This standard specifies the technical requirements, test methods, inspection rules, and packaging/storage conditions for Monascus color used as a food additive. It is applied in the food industry to ensure the quality and safety of this natural red pigment, which is derived from rice fermented with Monascus fungi and used to color products like meat, sauces, and alcoholic beverages. The standard is primarily referenced by food manufacturers and regulatory bodies for quality control and compliance during production and market supervision.

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