Color Fasting Agents play a vital role in enhancing and preserving the natural appearance of food products. By interacting with specific components in food, these functional additives help maintain bright, vibrant colors—especially in processed meats—thereby boosting product appeal and market value. Widely used in products such as ham, sausages, and other cured meats, nitrates and nitrites are key ingredients that help lock in the product’s fresh, signature color. Sodium nitrite, in particular, not only preserves color but also contributes to food safety by inhibiting the growth of harmful bacteria such as Clostridium botulinum. Naturally occurring in various foods, nitrates and nitrites can be found in vegetables (especially celery, lettuce, and spinach), fruits, fish, dairy, cured meats, beer, and grains. Commonly approved Color Fasting Agents include sodium nitrate, sodium nitrite, potassium nitrate, and potassium nitrite. These compounds are often more effective when used in combination. Their performance can be further enhanced with the addition of ingredients such as L-ascorbic acid, sodium erythorbate, or nicotinamide for improved color stability and freshness retention. Product item
Sodium Nitrate
Potassium Nitrate
Sodium Nitrite
Color Keeper A
