Product Introduction
Sodium Copper Chlorophyllin is a water-soluble, dark green natural pigment. WEHENGFOOD is a China manufacturer, supplier and exporter of sodium copper chlorophyllin, offering both powder and liquid forms for global food and beverage brands.
It is also known as chlorophyllin copper sodium salt, E141(ii) or INS 141(ii), CAS No. 11006-34-1. It is produced by extracting chlorophyll from natural plant and agricultural sources, then converting it into a stable, water-soluble copper-sodium salt. It gives vivid, stable green shades in a wide range of foods and drinks, with better light, heat and acid stability than natural chlorophyll.
Raw Material Sources
As a direct sodium copper chlorophyllin factory, we offer products from three natural raw materials:
- Mulberry Leaf Source: a clean, bright, fresh green shade.
- Silkworm Excrement (Silkworm Sand) Source: the traditional and most widely used source, with a rich color value and a cost-effective price.
- Alfalfa Source: a plant-based option with a smooth green tone, suited to vegetarian and clean-label positioning.
Product Forms
| Form | Description | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Sodium Copper Chlorophyllin Powder | Dark green to blue-black powder, readily soluble in water | Candies, baked goods, dry mixes, jelly powder, bulk blending |
| Sodium Copper Chlorophyllin Liquid | Ready-to-use green liquid concentrate that disperses instantly | Beverages, juice drinks, prepared wines, ice products, liquid production lines |
Color Value Range: E17 to E568
Color value is measured by absorbance (spectrophotometry). We supply sodium copper chlorophyllin with color values from E17 to E568, so you can choose the strength for your recipe, cost target and desired shade. Higher-E grades need less dosage for the same green depth. Lower-E grades suit mild pastel greens and easy dosing. Custom color values are available on request.
Certificate of Analysis
Item | Specification | Result | Test Method |
Colour | Dark green | Conforms | Visual |
Appearance | Powder | Conforms | Visual |
Absorptance (Assay) | ≥ 56.5 (10.0%) | 63.8 (11.3%) | GB 26406, A.4 |
Ratio (A405/A630) | 3.0–3.9 | 3.5 | GB 26406, A.4 |
pH | 8.0–10.7 | 8.7 | GB 26406, A.3 |
Lead (Pb) | ≤ 10.0 mg/kg | Not detected | GB 5009.12 |
Arsenic (As) | ≤ 3.0 mg/kg | Not detected | GB 5009.11 |
Loss on drying | ≤ 5.0% | 2.8% | GB 5009.3, Method I |
Key Functions and Benefits
- Vibrant natural green coloring: a bright, attractive green from light mint to deep emerald.
- Excellent water solubility: dissolves quickly with good clarity, so it is easy to use in drinks and liquid systems.
- Good stability: resists light, heat and storage better than natural chlorophyll, and holds its color across a wide range of formulations.
- Clean-label option: a plant-derived colorant that replaces synthetic green and blue-yellow blends.
- Low dosage, high efficiency: high color strength means small amounts achieve the desired shade.
- Flexible supply: multiple raw material sources, two forms and a full color value range for customized solutions.
Applications
Sodium copper chlorophyllin is widely used as a food colorant in:
- Frozen drinks and frozen desserts: ice cream, popsicles, sorbets and slush
- Candies: hard candy, gummies, soft candy, chewing gum and panned confectionery
- Tapioca pearls (boba): green-colored pearls for bubble tea and desserts
- Baked goods: cakes, cookies, pastries, bread, fillings and icing
- Beverages: soft drinks, flavored drinks, sports and energy drinks
- Fruit and vegetable juice drinks: green juice, melon, kiwi and herbal-style beverages
- Prepared wines: cocktails, fruit wines and mixed alcoholic drinks
- Jelly: fruit jelly, konjac jelly and pudding
Why Buy from WEHENGFOOD?
As a professional China supplier and exporter, WEHENGFOOD provides stable quality, consistent color value, flexible packaging and reliable export service. Whether you need bulk sodium copper chlorophyllin powder, liquid chlorophyllin colorant or a custom E-value grade, our team can support your sourcing needs.
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FAQ
Q1: What is sodium copper chlorophyllin, and is it the same as E141(ii)?
Sodium copper chlorophyllin is a water-soluble, dark green natural colorant made from chlorophyll extracted from plant and agricultural sources. In this process the central magnesium atom of chlorophyll is replaced by copper, and the molecule is converted into a stable sodium salt. Yes, it is the same ingredient listed as E141(ii) in the EU and INS 141(ii) internationally, with CAS No. 11006-34-1. It is also called chlorophyllin copper sodium salt.
Q2: What raw material sources do you offer: mulberry leaf, silkworm sand or alfalfa?
We offer all three. Mulberry leaf gives a clean, bright green. Silkworm sand (silkworm excrement) is the traditional source, with a rich color value and a cost-effective price. Alfalfa is a plant-based option with a smooth green tone for vegetarian and clean-label products. As a China sodium copper chlorophyllin manufacturer, we can recommend the best source for your shade, budget and market requirements.
Q3: What is the difference between the powder and the liquid form?
The powder is a dark green to blue-black solid that dissolves readily in water. It suits candies, baked goods, dry mixes and bulk blending, and it is easy to store and ship. The liquid is a ready-to-use green concentrate that disperses instantly. It suits beverages, juice drinks, prepared wines, frozen drinks and automated liquid dosing lines. Both forms are available in a range of color values.
Q4: What does color value (E value) mean, and what range do you supply?
Color value is the measure of a colorant’s strength, determined by absorbance using a spectrophotometer. A higher E value means a stronger color, so less product is needed for the same green depth. We supply sodium copper chlorophyllin with color values from E17 to E568. Lower grades suit light, pastel shades and easy dosing, while higher grades give deep green at lower dosage. Custom color values are available on request.
Q5: Which foods and drinks can sodium copper chlorophyllin be used in?
It is widely used in frozen drinks, candies, tapioca pearls, baked goods, beverages, fruit and vegetable juice drinks, prepared wines and jelly. Its good water solubility and stable green color make it a popular natural alternative to synthetic green colorants. Permitted categories and maximum usage levels vary by country, so please confirm the local food additive regulations of your target market before formulating.
Q6: Are you a China supplier and manufacturer of sodium copper chlorophyllin?
Yes. WEHENGFOOD is a professional China supplier, manufacturer and exporter of sodium copper chlorophyllin powder and liquid. We offer mulberry leaf, silkworm sand and alfalfa sources, color values from E17 to E568, flexible packaging and reliable export service for global food and beverage customers.
