Colored With Annato

Annatto is a natural food coloring derived from the seeds of the achiote tree, native to tropical regions of the Americas. The seeds are ground into a powder or extracted into oil or liquid to create a range of yellow to red colors.

Annatto is used to add yellow, orange, or reddish hues to foods. It is commonly found in dairy products like cheese and butter, as well as baked goods, snacks, and processed meats.

Annatto is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a food coloring. It is not known to cause adverse health effects at typical consumption levels. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated annatto, and no significant health controversies are associated with its use.