Ensuring Quality: How to Measure the Color of Cocoa powder

Hey there!

Ever wondered how manufacturers make sure cocoa powder has that deep, rich color we all expect?

Let's find out together. Color is one of the most important indicators of cocoa powder quality.

It reflects flavor intensity, consistency and even shelf appeal. Cocoa powder color impacts everything from baked goods to beverages.

So how do you measure cocoa powder color accurately? Avoid rework and wastage?

Enter HunterLab, your trusted partner in color measurement.

Meet the HunterLab ColorFlex L2 spectrophotometer. Compact and easy to use, ColorFlex L2 comes with all the scales and indices built in for ingredients like cocoa.

It delivers outstanding accuracy with its 45/0 annular geometry. Level up your color control with a sealed, easy to clean case, EasyMatch Essentials color analysis software and a modern tablet interface. Works as an independent color workstation. No need for an external computer.

Want to use a larger screen? Plug in an HDMI monitor and you are ready to go. Just follow the on screen prompts, place your cocoa powder sample, press 'measure' and get consistent results in seconds.

It really is that easy.

And when it is time to share or export your data, ColorFlex L2 gives you options.

Use Ethernet or USB to instantly connect and deliver color data
to your systems and clear, detailed color reports across your team.

Want to keep your cocoa color bold, beautiful and on spec every time?

HunterLab is the smart choice for modern lab techs like you, who value quality, consistency and ease of use.