Microencapsulation of mechanically extracted annatto for improved use in food products

B Shridar, S Paramadhas, P Palanisamy… - Microchemical …, 2024 - Elsevier
Annatto is commonly used as a natural colourant in processed food products. Due to its
chemical structure, it is sensitive to environmental factors such as oxygen, temperature and …

Optimization and extraction of annatto pigments obtained from Bixa orellana L. using supercritical fluid extraction

S Paramadhas, P Selvi, B Shridar, P Palanisamy… - Microchemical …, 2024 - Elsevier
Traditionally, various techniques like water, vegetable oil, and solvent extraction are used to
extract annatto pigments, a natural coloring agent derived from the Bixa orellana L. shrub …