Vegetable Carbon Black Powder

Product Description

Wholesale supply of Vegetable Carbon Black Powder 

Our plant-based carbon black powder is a premium natural black pigment made from carefully selected organic plant materials—primarily coconut husks, bagasse, and wood pulp—through a strictly controlled carbonization process. Unlike synthetic carbon black (petroleum-derived), our plant-based alternative is 100% renewable, biodegradable, and free of heavy metals, polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs), and toxic solvents.

Our plant-based carbon black powder is produced under limited oxygen conditions at temperatures of 800–1200°C, resulting in a high specific surface area (500–1200 m²/g) and excellent tinting strength, producing a rich, uniform black even at low dosages (0.1–2%). It is ground into a fine, free-flowing powder (80–200 mesh), easily dispersed in both water- and oil-based formulations, making it ideal for clean label products.

All batches of our plant-based carbon black powder are manufactured in GMP-compliant facilities and undergo rigorous testing to meet global food safety standards (FDA, EU EFSA, FSSC 22000). This product meets vegan, kosher, halal and non-GMO standards, satisfying consumers’ demand for sustainable and transparent ingredients.

What Is Vegetable Carbon Black？

Vegetable Carbon Black (also known as E153 in the EU) is a natural,
natural edible color derived from the high-temperature carbonization and steam activation of plant materials like coconut shells, bamboo, or wood. It is primarily used to impart a deep, intense black color to foods, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals.

It is produced by charring vegetable fibers (such as peat, cellulose, or nutshells) in an oxygen-depleted environment at extremely high temperatures. This process creates highly porous, finely divided carbon that is then crushed into a powder or formulated into liquid dispersions.

This product is available in both liquid and powder forms and in different codes, soluble in water and also soluble in oil. It has excellent heat and light stability and works well with other natural food colors for custom combinations or color shade adjustments. Its color range varies from gray to black depending on the amount of use.

Vegetable Carbon Black application

1. Food and Beverages

• Confectionery & Baked Goods: Widely used to color licorice, hard candies, chewing gum, icings, and gourmet baked goods.
• Dairy & Condiments: Used in specialized cheese coatings, black caviar substitutes, and certain dark sauces or mayonnaises.
• Beverages: Utilized in specialty liqueurs, soft drinks, and powdered desserts.

Note: While widely approved in the EU, UK, and Asia, its usage as a food additive is strictly prohibited in the United States by the FDA.

2. Cosmetics and Skincare

• Color Cosmetics: Its intense pigment and skin safety make it a staple in mascaras, liquid or pencil eyeliners, and eyeshadows for deep black hues.
• Skincare & Cleansers: Frequently added to face masks, scrubs, and soaps due to its high porosity, which acts as a mattifying agent to absorb oxidized sebum and toxins.

3. Pharmaceuticals and Supplements

• Adsorbent & Digestive Aid: When processed into activated carbon, it serves as an antidote to absorb poisons and toxins in the gastrointestinal tract.
• Capsule Coloring: Functions as a natural, heat-stable colorant for pill coatings and capsules.

4. Technical Applications

• Industrial Pigments: Used to pigment rubbers, resins, inks, and plastics requiring heat-resistant properties.
• Art Supplies: Historically and currently used in charcoal drawings, watercolours, and specialty inks.

Why Choose Our Vegetable Carbon Black Powder

• 100% Plant-Derived

Our Vegetable Carbon Black Powder is made from renewable organic materials (no petroleum), making it a sustainable alternative to synthetic carbon black.

• High Coloring Power

Delivers intense black color at low dosages (0.1–2%), reducing formulation costs vs. other natural pigments (e.g., activated charcoal).

• Excellent Dispersion

Fine particle size (80–200 mesh) ensures uniform color distribution in liquids, semi-solids, and solids-no clumping or streaking.

• Clean-Label Friendly

Free from artificial additives, GMOs, and allergens (soy, nuts, gluten)-perfect for “natural,” “organic,” and “vegan” product claims.

• Food-Grade Safety

Complies with global food standards (FDA GRAS, EU E153) with undetectable heavy metals and PAHs-safe for use in even infant food and dietary supplements.

High-quality Vegetable Carbon Black Powder Supplier

Green Spring is a leading supplier and distributor of natural food colorings, offering high-quality wholesale food colorings at highly competitive prices.

As a premium supplier of natural food colorings, we offer one of the most comprehensive product lines for the food, beverage, pet food, health, and nutrition industries. With 26 years of experience, we are able to provide your business with high-quality natural food colorings at highly competitive prices.

We offer a wide variety of natural food colorings derived from spices, herbs, and fruits and vegetables. Our products include phycocyanin, spirulina green, Sodium copper chlorophyllin, lycopene, curcumin, butterfly pea pollen, red yeast rice, carmine, and more… We are committed to providing safe, vibrant, and sustainable solutions for food and beverage brands. Create the best-looking, plant-based, clean-label products using our diverse range of natural food colorings.

How to buy Vegetable Carbon Black Powder?

Just send an email to sales@greenspringbio.com, or submit your needs in the form at the bottom, we are always at your service!