Innophos has launched VersaCal Bright, a clean-label calcium phosphate solution approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration as a food color additive. VersaCal Bright delivers the whiteness and brightness traditionally provided by titanium dioxide while adding essential nutrients such as calcium and phosphorus.
The FDA’s approval covers use in donut sugar, sugar for coated candies, white candy melts, and ready-to-eat chicken products. These applications respond to consumer and regulatory concerns over titanium dioxide, offering manufacturers a science-backed alternative that preserves visual quality without compromising clean-label credentials.
“VersaCal Bright gives manufacturers a practical, science-backed solution that meets both visual and clean-label demands,” said Erhan Yildiz, product development senior manager at Innophos. “It offers an effective alternative to titanium dioxide while helping brands strengthen their labels with calcium and phosphorus content. It’s a smart way to align with consumer expectations for simpler, safer ingredients while getting ahead of potential future regulatory changes.”
With this regulatory milestone, Innophos positions itself to support food producers in reformulating products to maintain trusted appearance and nutritional profile. By combining color performance with added health benefits, VersaCal Bright aims to become the industry standard for whiteness in a variety of confectionery, bakery, and protein-based foods.