Our products
Norbixin Powder 40%
Natural pigment derived from the seeds of the annatto plant . It is bright orange to red in color and is often used as a food coloring, particularly in dairy products, snacks, and cosmetics. Norbixin is water-soluble and has antioxidant properties, making it not only a coloring agent but also a potential health benefit in certain applications.
Bixin Powder
Natural pigment derived from the seeds of the annatto plant . It is a carotenoid, a class of plant pigments responsible for the orange and red colors in many fruits and vegetables. Bixin powder is oil soluble and is the primary carotenoid in annatto seeds and is extracted for use as a colorant in various industries, including food, cosmetics, and textiles.
Annatto Colors
Are derived from dilution of norbixin 40% or bixin powder. The hues range from red to yellow .They are used extensively in the food, cosmetic, and textile industries.
Annatto Oil
Is a bi-product from the extraction of norbixin powder or bixin powder from the annatto seeds. The oil is rich in carotenoids, specifically bixin and nor¬bixin, which are responsible for its characteristic color and antioxidant properties.
Our Process
The Nuclear Farm
Annatto seeds are harvested when the pods are ripe (one or two pods are open), typically about (4 months) months after flowering. The pods are harvested by hand in our farm.
Bixa Seed Shed Drying
After harvesting, the seeds are usually dried under drying shed. Drying helps to reduce moisture content. We prefer shed drying for quality bixin content.
Packaging
Once the powder is tested and approved, it is packaged in airtight containers to protect it from moisture, light, and air, which can degrade the color over time. Proper packaging ensures the stability of the pigment during storage and transportation. We Use airtight, moisture-proof, opaque, or UV-protective containers
Transportation
We ensure that transportation is done using temperature-controlled vehicles or containers, whether by road, air, or sea. Transportation is done immediately after packaging to minimize exposure to suboptimal conditions
Unique Selling Point
Kenya Bixa Limited offers reliable supply and High Quality 40% Norbixin colour backed by Consistent quality control tested by SGS and standard operating procedures with our experienced staff for the last 40 years and our location next to Mombasa sea port and an international Airport gives us logistical advantage.
