Grain coloration
Grain coloration is a specialized labeling process used to identify cereals intended for sowing and animal feed. This method allows easy crop identification without requiring special equipment. Many countries, including Saudi Arabia, Jordan, Tunisia, and Iran, mandate coloration for imported grain products.
CISS GROUP provides professional grain coloration services worldwide, ensuring compliance with international regulatory standards.
The coloration process involves applying harmless food-grade dyes certified by the Ministry of Health of Ukraine and the relevant authorities of importing countries. The permitted dyes include:
- Yellow S / Sunset (Yellow, E 110)
- Karmazin (Red, E 122)
- Green S (Green, E 142)
The dye is applied as an aqueous solution sprayed onto the grain surface. The coloring substance can be easily removed during subsequent processing, ensuring no long-term alteration of the grain’s properties.
Grain coloration is typically performed at port facilities during cargo loading, often in conjunction with grain fumigation. Uniform application of the dye and adherence to prescribed dosage levels are essential to maintain quality.
The following coloration technologies are employed:
- Spraying dye over cargo using specialized spray nozzles
- Applying dye with spray guns attached to the end of the loading pipe
- Marking on a conveyor belt with an automated spray system
CISS GROUP executes coloration using any of the above methods, either as a standalone service or combined with fumigation and deratization. All procedures adhere to safety, environmental, and occupational health standards.
Photo and video documentation
CISS GROUP inspectors document every stage of the coloration process with photos and videos. Each entry is timestamped, ensuring full traceability. A comprehensive photo report is provided to clients upon completion.
Certification and digital verification
Upon completion, final coloration certificates and reports are issued. Clients can verify document authenticity using a unique QR code linked to the CISS GROUP secure website, where digital copies are stored. All certificates are protected with cryptographic digital signatures, ensuring security and reliability.
Digitally signed certificates are often required by banks to validate trade transactions, particularly when financing operations under letters of credit.
Advantages of CISS GROUP’s grain coloration services
- Compliance with international regulations
- Safe and certified food-grade dyes
- Advanced and precise coloration technologies
- Integration with fumigation and pest control services
- Real-time monitoring and detailed reporting
- Secure digital certification with cryptographic protection
CISS GROUP guarantees high-quality, timely grain coloration services, ensuring regulatory compliance and seamless trade operations.
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