Beta-apo-8'-carotenal Color
What is Beta-apo-8'-carotenal Color?
Beta-apo-8'-carotenal is a synthetic orange-yellow colorant. It is chemically derived from beta-carotene, which is found naturally in plants like carrots. The manufacturing process involves chemical synthesis to create the desired color compound.
Is Beta-apo-8'-carotenal Color vegan?
Beta-apo-8'-carotenal Color is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Beta-apo-8'-carotenal Color gluten-free?
Beta-apo-8'-carotenal is not derived from any of the nine FDA major allergens and does not contain gluten.
What is Beta-apo-8'-carotenal Color used for?
Manufacturers use Beta-apo-8'-carotenal to add or restore color to foods, primarily in baked goods like cakes and cupcakes, and in some frozen desserts and cheese products.
Is Beta-apo-8'-carotenal Color safe?
In the U.S., Beta-apo-8'-carotenal is permitted for use as a color additive.
Why it's used
Manufacturers use Beta-apo-8'-carotenal to add or restore color to foods, primarily in baked goods like cakes and cupcakes, and in some frozen desserts and cheese products. Its function is to provide a consistent and appealing visual appearance to these items.
Health notes
In the U.S., Beta-apo-8'-carotenal is permitted for use as a color additive. Regulatory bodies like the Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) and the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) have evaluated carotenoids, including synthetic ones. Evidence does not suggest adverse health effects at typical consumption levels.
Allergen info
Beta-apo-8'-carotenal is not derived from any of the nine FDA major allergens and does not contain gluten. Not a major allergen.
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