Pandalab Brown Oil-Based Food Coloring for Chocolate & Buttercream — 80 ml, Professional Edible Dye for Fat-Based Baking

Pandalab Brown Oil-Based Food Coloring is a professional edible dye formulated to color chocolate, butter-based icings, candy melts and other fat-containing confections without seizing or fading.

Designed for bakers and chocolatiers, this 80 milliliter (2.7 fl. oz.) oil-based brown dye blends smoothly into fats and oils to achieve consistent, rich coloration where water-based gels fail. The formula is food-grade and made from approved materials that meet U.S. safety standards. It works best in fat-soluble applications — think ganache, compound chocolate, buttercream, and fondant — and is labeled allergen-conscious (contains soy; free from common allergens such as gluten, dairy, nuts, eggs, fish, and shellfish).

How does this oil-based dye perform with chocolate and candy melts?

This dye is specifically engineered for fat-rich media so it disperses evenly in melted chocolate and candy melts without causing graininess or separation. Because it’s oil-soluble, the color remains stable through gentle heating and cooling cycles typical of tempering and molding.

• Mixes directly into melted couverture or compound chocolate for uniform brown tones.
• Won’t cause chocolate to seize when used in appropriate amounts and with proper technique.
• Retains vibrancy after reheating or refrigeration.

Can I use it in buttercream, fondant, or ganache?

Yes — the dye is made for fat-based icings and fillings. It provides deep, consistent color without thinning or changing the texture of buttercream, ganache, or fat-based fondant when added sparingly and mixed thoroughly.

• Add in small drops and blend with a spatula or mixer for precise hue control.
• Ideal for creating mocha, espresso, caramel, and chocolate shades in frostings.
• Leaves taste and mouthfeel unchanged when used as directed.

What are the ingredients, allergens, and safety considerations?

Pandalab lists this product as formulated from approved materials that meet MSDS and U.S. food-safety guidelines. It is vegan-friendly, non-GMO, and free from many common allergens but does contain soy, so check labels if serving to people with soy sensitivity.

• Made with food-grade oil-soluble colorants suitable for edible use.
• Contains soy; free from gluten, dairy, nuts, eggs, fish, and shellfish.
• Not intended for water-based recipes, beverages, or direct consumption without incorporation into a food matrix.

How should I store and apply the oil-based food coloring?

Shake well before each use to ensure pigments are evenly suspended. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. For best results, introduce the dye gradually and test on a small portion before batch coloring.

• Keep cap tightly closed to prevent contamination and evaporation.
• Use a few drops at a time and increase until desired shade is reached.
• Do not add to water-based mixtures; use only in fats, oils, and oil-compatible mediums.

Who is this for? Pandalab Brown Oil-Based Food Coloring is aimed at home bakers, cake decorators, chocolatiers, and small pastry professionals who need reliable, concentrated brown coloring for fat-containing confections. It’s suited for anyone creating filled chocolates, decorated cookies with buttercream, multi-toned ganaches, or glossy candy melts where a stable, true brown is required. If you require a water-soluble dye for meringue or drinkables, choose a product labeled for aqueous use instead.

Ingredients

Soybean Oil 78.7%, Glycerin 50%, Blue 1(4-20%), Yellow 5(1-20%), Red 40(4-20%), Yellow 6(1-10%), Sorbitol 20%, Titanium Dioxide 15%, Maltose Syrup 5%, Propylene glycol 5%, CAFAG 0.2%, Phospholipid 0.1%, CMC-Na 0.1%, Potassium sorbate 0.04%.