Carotenal Color
What is Carotenal Color?
Carotenal color is a synthetic yellow and orange color additive. It is made from petrochemicals, which are derived from petroleum. It is used to give foods a bright, appealing color.
Is Carotenal Color vegan?
Carotenal Color is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Carotenal Color gluten-free?
It does not contain gluten.
Is Carotenal Color a major allergen?
Carotenal color is not derived from any of the 9 major allergens.
What is Carotenal Color used for?
Manufacturers add carotenal color to foods to provide or restore color.
Is Carotenal Color safe?
Carotenal color is approved by the FDA for use in food.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add carotenal color to foods to provide or restore color. It is often found in processed foods like frozen dinners, sauces, and canned soups, as well as condiments like ketchup and mustard.
Health notes
Carotenal color is approved by the FDA for use in food. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated synthetic food colors. Evidence does not suggest adverse health effects from typical dietary intake of carotenal color. The FDA is currently reviewing the safety of petroleum-based synthetic dyes, which include carotenal color, with a plan to phase them out.
Allergen info
Carotenal color is not derived from any of the 9 major allergens. It does not contain gluten.
Foods that contain Carotenal Color
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Bay Valley Foods, LLC
Cheddar Cheese Sauce, Cheddar Cheese
High in sodium — 24% DV per serving
129kcal
3.2Protein
9.7Fat
8.1Carbs
Conagra Brands, Inc.
Microwavable Bowls Variety Pack, Beef Ravioli, Spaghetti & Meatballs, Beefaroni, Lasagna
High in sodium — 30% DV per serving
85kcal
2.8Protein
1.9Fat
14.2Carbs
Golden West Trading, Inc.
Whiskey-Glazed Pulled Pork With Mac & Cheese, Whiskey-Glazed With Mac & Cheese
High in sodium — 56% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 60% DV per serving
High in added sugars — 56% DV per serving
High in cholesterol — 31% DV per serving
202kcal
9.0Protein
9.0Fat
21.5Carbs
Cedarlane Natural Foods, Inc.
Burrito, Beans, Rice & Cheese Style
High in sodium — 21% DV per serving
153kcal
7.7Protein
0.6Fat
28.2Carbs
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