Ingredient · E150a, E150b, E150c, E150d

Caramel Colored

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Role in food

Caramel color is used to give foods a brown hue, making them appear richer …

What it is

Caramel color is a food coloring made by heating sugars, such as corn syrup or sucrose, with or without acids, alkalis, or sulfites. The heating process creates a range of brown shades, from light yellow-brown to dark brown. It is one of the most widely used food colorings.

Why it's used

Caramel color is used to give foods a brown hue, making them appear richer or more appealing. It is found in a wide variety of products, including baked goods, soft drinks, sauces, gravies, and processed meats.

Health notes

In the US, caramel color is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA. Some types of caramel color, specifically Class III and Class IV, can contain small amounts of 4-MEI, a byproduct formed during the manufacturing process. Regulatory bodies like the FDA and EFSA have reviewed 4-MEI, and while concerns have been raised, it is permitted at low levels in foods. JECFA has evaluated caramel colors and established acceptable daily intakes for some types.

Allergen info

Caramel color is not derived from any of the nine FDA major allergens and does not contain gluten.

Products containing Caramel Colored

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Moo & Oink, LLC BBQ Seasoned Beef Patties Frozen Patties and Burgers High in sodium — 36% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 60% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 25% DV per serving 272kcal 15.2Protein 19.9Fat 6.6Carbs

Best Chicago Meat Company LLC Deluxe Beef Patties Frozen Patties and Burgers High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving 283kcal 18.6Protein 21.2Fat 6.2Carbs Best Chicago Meat Company LLC Deluxe Beef Patties Frozen Patties and Burgers High in sodium — 30% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 95% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 35% DV per serving 282kcal 18.1Protein 21.1Fat 6.6Carbs

Cawy Bottling Company Inc. Materva, Yerba Mate Soda Other Drinks 45kcal 0Protein 0Fat 11.3Carbs JTM Provisions Company, Inc. Beef Patties, Original Frozen Patties and Burgers High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving 282kcal 18.8Protein 22.4Fat 4.7Carbs Cawy Bottling Company Inc. Cawy, Guinabeer, Champion George Prince Soft Drink Soda 56kcal 0Protein 0Fat 14.1Carbs Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. New York Deli Pastrami, Black Forest Ham, Baby Swiss Cheese, Hard Salami, White French Bread Half Sub , New York Deli Prepared Subs & Sandwiches High in sodium — 53% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 25% DV per serving 223kcal 15.8Protein 9.2Fat 18.5Carbs Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. All American Tavern Ham, Oven Roasted Turkey Breast, Cheddar Cheese, Four Cheese Bread Full Sub, All American Prepared Subs & Sandwiches High in sodium — 117% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 60% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 33% DV per serving 184kcal 16.1Protein 6.3Fat 16.6Carbs Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. Black Forest Ham & Baby Swiss Cheese, White French Bread Full Sub, Black Forest Ham & Baby Swiss Prepared Subs & Sandwiches High in sodium — 113% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 65% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 49% DV per serving 191kcal 15.4Protein 6.5Fat 17.1Carbs Bar-S Foods Co. Black Forest Deli Shaved Ham Pepperoni, Salami & Cold Cuts High in sodium — 20% DV per serving 121kcal 13.8Protein 3.5Fat 5.2Carbs Bar-S Foods Co. Deli Shaved Ham Pepperoni, Salami & Cold Cuts High in sodium — 20% DV per serving 121kcal 13.8Protein 3.5Fat 5.2Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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