Ingredient

And Annatto Vegetable Color

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Source

Not animal-derived

Allergen

No

Role in food

Annatto is used to provide a yellow to red-orange color to foods. It is …

What it is

Annatto is a natural food coloring derived from the seeds of the achiote tree (Bixa orellana), native to tropical regions of the Americas. The seeds are ground into a powder or extracted into oil or liquid to create a range of yellow to red-orange hues.

Why it's used

Annatto is used to provide a yellow to red-orange color to foods. It is commonly found in dairy products like cheese and butter, as well as in baked goods, snacks, and processed meats.

Health notes

Annatto is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a food coloring. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated annatto and have not set a numerical limit for its acceptable daily intake. Some individuals may experience allergic reactions, though this is rare.

Allergen info

Annatto is not derived from any of the nine major allergens recognized by the FDA. It does not contain gluten.

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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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