Beta Carotene Color And Ascorbic Acid
What is Beta Carotene Color And Ascorbic Acid?
Beta carotene is a pigment found in many fruits and vegetables, like carrots and sweet potatoes. It is often manufactured for use as a food additive. Ascorbic acid is a form of vitamin C, a nutrient found naturally in fruits and vegetables.
Is Beta Carotene Color And Ascorbic Acid vegan?
Beta Carotene Color And Ascorbic Acid is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Beta Carotene Color And Ascorbic Acid a major allergen?
Not a major allergen.
What is Beta Carotene Color And Ascorbic Acid used for?
Beta carotene is used to add yellow to orange color to foods.
Is Beta Carotene Color And Ascorbic Acid safe?
Beta carotene is recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a color additive.
Why it's used
Beta carotene is used to add yellow to orange color to foods. Ascorbic acid is used as an antioxidant to prevent spoilage and as a nutrient. They are often found together in processed foods like jellies and desserts.
Health notes
Beta carotene is recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a color additive. Ascorbic acid is also GRAS and is a nutrient. The FDA has not set specific upper intake levels for beta carotene from food sources. JECFA has evaluated both substances and set acceptable daily intakes. No significant health concerns are associated with typical dietary intake of these substances.
Allergen info
Not a major allergen. Beta carotene is plant-derived. Ascorbic acid is synthesized and not derived from major allergens.
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