Beet Extract is a natural red colorant obtained from beets that is of
very good water solubility and has fair ph stability, poor heat stabil-
ity, and good light stability. it is colored by betacyanins which
include red and yellow compounds, the major red pigment being
betanin. the betanin accounts for 75–95% of the total pigment con-
tent. it is available in concentrate and powder forms and is used in
yogurt, beverages, candies, and desserts.
