Ingredient

Caramel Color And Annatto Extract

Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
These ingredients are used to add or enhance color in a wide variety of …

What is Caramel Color And Annatto Extract?

Caramel color is made by heating sugars, often with ammonia or sulfites, to produce a brown color. Annatto extract comes from the seeds of the achiote tree and provides a yellow to orange color.

Is Caramel Color And Annatto Extract vegan?

Caramel Color And Annatto Extract is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.

Is Caramel Color And Annatto Extract gluten-free?

They do not contain gluten.

Is Caramel Color And Annatto Extract a major allergen?

Neither caramel color nor annatto extract are derived from the major allergens.

What is Caramel Color And Annatto Extract used for?

These ingredients are used to add or enhance color in a wide variety of foods.

Is Caramel Color And Annatto Extract safe?

Caramel color and annatto extract are approved food additives in the U.S. and are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA.

Why it's used

These ingredients are used to add or enhance color in a wide variety of foods. They are commonly found in baked goods, beverages, dairy products, and cereals.

Health notes

Caramel color and annatto extract are approved food additives in the U.S. and are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated these colorants. Evidence does not suggest adverse health effects at typical consumption levels.

Allergen info

Neither caramel color nor annatto extract are derived from the major allergens. They do not contain gluten.

Foods that contain Caramel Color And Annatto Extract

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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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