Annatto Vegetable Colori

Annatto is a natural food coloring derived from the seeds of the achiote tree, native to tropical regions of the Americas. The seeds are ground and processed to extract a yellow-orange to reddish-orange pigment.

Annatto is used to impart a yellow to orange color in a variety of foods, often as a replacement for artificial dyes. It is commonly found in cheeses, dairy products, baked goods, snacks, and processed meats.

Annatto is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a food coloring. It is considered safe at typical consumption levels. JECFA and EFSA have evaluated annatto and found it to be safe. While generally safe, some individuals may experience allergic reactions, though this is rare.