Organic Colors

Kalsec® provides food and beverage processors a variety of ingredients to meet their Organic labeling requirements. To ensure the integrity of organic products in the marketplace, our Kalsec® Kalamazoo, Mich., manufacturing facility is Organic Certified by Oregon Tilth Certified Organic (OTCO), an accredited certifying agent that is recognized both nationally and internationally as a symbol of organic credibility. Adhering to the USDA National Organic Program (NOP) regulations, OTCO provides a system that combines strict production standards, on-site inspections, and legally binding contracts to protect the producers and buyers of organic products.

Definitions

Organic Certified products contain at least 95 percent organic ingredients, excluding added water and salt.
Made with Organic products contain at least 70 percent organic ingredients, excluding added water and salt.
Organic Suitable products conform to the following conditions:

- Product was not produced from synthetic sources or synthetic solvents, nor does it   contain any synthetic or artificial flavors, additives or preservatives.
- Products was not treated with ionizing radiation, and sewage sludge is not   used in the agricultural practice.
- Product is not derived from genetically modified source materials, and is free from   both genetically modified DNA and the proteins derived from genetically modified DNA.

A precise calculation of the percentage of organic ingredients is important in determining whether the finished food product can be labeled “100% Organic,” “Organic” or “Made with Organic.” Please refer to the specific NOP applications and NOP regulatory requirements for ensuring the   use of Kalsec® Organic Suitable ingredients.For a helpful Organic Labeling and Composition Guide, please visit: https://tilth.org/cert_docs/organic-labeling-composition-guide/