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carminic acid [1 record]

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Record 1 2000-10-13

English

Subject field(s)
  • Chemical Elements and Compounds
  • Food Additives
DEF

A red pigment, soluble in water, alcohol and ether, the coloring principle of cochineal (Coccus cacti). A coloring for dairy milk and delicatessen.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Éléments et composés chimiques
  • Additifs alimentaires
DEF

Pigment rouge, soluble dans l'eau, l'alcool et l'éther, constituant le principe colorant de la cochenille (Coccus cacti). Colorant pour produits laitiers et charcuteries.

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Elementos y compuestos químicos
  • Aditivos alimentarios
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