Ingredient · E160f

And Apocarotenal

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Source

Not animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Manufacturers use it to add or restore yellow and orange color to foods. It …

What it is

A synthetic yellow to orange color additive. It is chemically related to beta-carotene and is produced through a chemical process.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use it to add or restore yellow and orange color to foods. It is often found in dairy products, baked goods, and confectionery.

Health notes

FDA lists Apocarotenal as a permitted color additive. It is approved for use in foods and is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) when used as intended. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated it. Evidence does not suggest adverse health effects at typical consumption levels.

Allergen info

Not a major allergen. It is a synthetic compound and not derived from common allergens.

Products containing And Apocarotenal

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Bel Brands USA Inc. Kaukauna, Lite Spreadable Cheese, Port Wine, Port Wine Cheese 231kcal 19.2Protein 11.5Fat 15.4Carbs The Schwan Food Company S'Mores Creme Pie, S'Mores Other Frozen Desserts High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving High in added sugars — 56% DV per serving 348kcal 3.3Protein 16.3Fat 45.6Carbs Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. Holiday Peppermint Creme Pie, Holiday Peppermint Other Frozen Desserts High in saturated fat — 75% DV per serving High in added sugars — 66% DV per serving 350kcal 4.3Protein 17.9Fat 43.6Carbs The Schwan Food Company Caramel Apple Creme Pie, Caramel Apple Other Frozen Desserts High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving High in added sugars — 56% DV per serving 308kcal 2.8Protein 13.1Fat 43.0Carbs The Schwan Food Company Peach Creme Pie, Peach Other Frozen Desserts High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving High in added sugars — 50% DV per serving 305kcal 2.9Protein 13.3Fat 41.9Carbs Bel Brands USA Inc. Port Wine Spreadable Cheddar Cheese, Port Wine Spreadable Cheddar Cheese 333kcal 16.7Protein 25Fat 12.5Carbs Energy of Beauty, Inc. Smoked Gouda Cheese, Sweet Pimentos And Real Hickory-Smoked Bacon, Smoked Gouda, Sweet Pimentos And Real Hickory-Smoked Bacon Cheese 433kcal 16.7Protein 40Fat 3.3Carbs The Schwan Food Company Marshmallow Meringue S'Mores Creme Pie, Marshmallow Meringue Other Frozen Desserts High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 360kcal 4Protein 17.3Fat 48Carbs

Schwan's Company Turtle Creme Pie, Turtle Other Frozen Desserts High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving High in added sugars — 42% DV per serving 377kcal 3.9Protein 22.1Fat 45.5Carbs

The Schwan Food Company Strawberry Creme Pie Other Frozen Desserts High in saturated fat — 55% DV per serving 348kcal 3.4Protein 19.1Fat 40.5Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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