Synthetic colors have been widely used in various industries including food, textile, cosmetic
and pharmaceuticals. However toxicity problems caused by synthetic pigments have …

The continued universal application of synthetic colorants for decades have caused
environmental pollutions and human health vulnerabilities. So, it was indispensable to …

Synthetic coloring agents have been broadly utilized in several industries such as food,
pharmaceuticals, cosmetic and textile. Recent surveys on the potential of teratogenicity and …

In last few decades, there has been an increasing trend towards replacement of synthetic
colorants with natural pigments because of the strong consumer demand for more natural …

Synthetic dyes and colourants have been the mainstay of the pigment industry for decades.
Researchers are eager to find a more environment friendly and non-toxic substitute because …

Microorganisms are considered one of the most promising niches for prospecting,
production, and application of bioactive compounds of biotechnological interest. Among …

Highlights•Synthetic food additives pose the risk of hazardous effects.•Natural pigments as
food additives are in demand worldwide.•Novel techniques and strategies through …

Microbial pigments play multiple roles in the ecosystem construction, survival, and fitness of
all kinds of organisms. Considerably, microbial (bacteria, fungi, yeast, and microalgae) …

The demand for natural colors is increasing day by day due to harmful effects of some
synthetic dyes. Bacterial and fungal pigments provide a readily available alternative source …

Colors are added to food items to make them more attractive and appealing. Food colorants
therefore, have an impressive market due to the requirements of food industries. A variety of …