Colored With Extracts Of Annatto & Turmeric

Annatto and turmeric are natural colorants derived from plants. Annatto comes from the seeds of the achiote tree, native to tropical regions of the Americas. Turmeric is a spice derived from the root of the Curcuma longa plant, native to Southeast Asia. Both are processed to extract their coloring compounds.

These ingredients are used to provide yellow to orange colors in food products. They are often used in combination to achieve a desired shade, and are found in baked goods, dairy products, snacks, and confectionery. They offer a natural alternative to synthetic food dyes.

Annatto and turmeric are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as food colorings. They are widely consumed in food and are not associated with significant adverse health effects at typical dietary levels. Regulatory bodies like EFSA and JECFA have evaluated these natural colorants. Some individuals may experience allergic reactions, though this is rare.