Color Added Through Feed
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What it is
This refers to color added to animal feed, which then transfers to the animal's tissues, such as fat or muscle. The color is often derived from natural sources like marigold petals or synthetic sources, and it is intended to influence the perceived quality or appearance of the final animal product.
Why it's used
Manufacturers use this technique to impart a specific color to animal products like salmon or poultry, making them appear more appealing to consumers. This practice is most common in fish and seafood, particularly farmed salmon, and also in some frozen meat products.
Health notes
The FDA considers color additives used in animal feed to be safe if they are approved for such use and do not cause the animal's meat, milk, or eggs to be adulterated. The substances used to color feed are generally considered safe when consumed at levels found in food. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated various colorants, but specific health implications at typical dietary intake levels are not a major concern.
Allergen info
This ingredient itself is not a major allergen. However, if the animal consumed feed containing allergens, there's a theoretical, though highly unlikely, risk of transfer.
Products containing Color Added Through Feed
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Meijer, Inc.
Blackened Atlantic Salmon Portions, Blackened
High in saturated fat — 23% DV per serving
High in cholesterol — 28% DV per serving
227kcal
18.8Protein
16.5Fat
0Carbs
The Great Atlantic & Pacific Tea Company, Inc.
All Natural Smoked Salmon
High in sodium — 30% DV per serving
193kcal
22.8Protein
12.3Fat
1.8Carbs
Marine Harvest USA, LLC
Fresh Atlantic Salmon
159kcal
20.4Protein
4.5Fat
8.0Carbs
Marine Harvest USA, LLC
Fresh Atlantic Salmon, Cilantro Lime
154kcal
20.6Protein
5.1Fat
7.4Carbs
Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.
Skin On, Boneless & Pre-Seasoned Smoky BBQ Atlantic Salmon Fillets, Smoky BBQ
High in sodium — 20% DV per serving
214kcal
20.5Protein
8.0Fat
13.4Carbs
East Coast Seafood, LLC
Blackened Salmon With Butter, Salmon With Butter
High in sodium — 32% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 75% DV per serving
High in cholesterol — 38% DV per serving
275kcal
15.5Protein
20.4Fat
0.7Carbs
NAFCO Wholesale Fish Dealers
Smoked Atlantic Salmon
250kcal
19.6Protein
17.9Fat
1.8Carbs
Superior Foods Company
Atlantic Salmon Pinwheels, Atlantic Salmon
High in sodium — 30% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving
High in cholesterol — 22% DV per serving
241kcal
11.8Protein
15.9Fat
12.3Carbs
TAMPA BAY FISHERIES, INC.
Bacon Cheddar Salmon Burger, Bacon Cheddar Salmon
High in sodium — 22% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 60% DV per serving
High in cholesterol — 37% DV per serving
265kcal
21.2Protein
18.2Fat
2.9Carbs
Schnuck Markets, Inc.
Sweet & Smokey Salmon With Broccoli Florets, Rice & Butter, Broccoli Florets, Rice & Butter
High in sodium — 21% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 60% DV per serving
High in cholesterol — 40% DV per serving
172kcal
11.7Protein
10.7Fat
7.4Carbs
Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.
Atlantic Salmon In Water Fillet Portions
High in cholesterol — 25% DV per serving
202kcal
21.1Protein
13.2Fat
0Carbs