| Source | Carrots, palm oil, algae |
| Shade | Yellow to orange |
| Solubility | Oil-soluble; water-dispersible emulsions available |
| pH Stability | Stable in acidic to neutral foods |
| Heat/Light | Good heat stability; sensitive to light & oxygen | Applications | Margarine, beverages, bakery, dairy desserts, confectionery | Shelf Life | 12–24 months |
| Packaging | Oil suspensions, emulsions, powders |
| Compliance | FSSAI, FDA, ISO 22000, Halal, Kosher, GMP |