Ingredient

Corn Oil And Beta Carotene

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
This combination is used to add a yellow color to foods. It is commonly …

What it is

Corn oil is a vegetable oil extracted from the germ of corn. Beta-carotene is a pigment found naturally in many fruits and vegetables, giving them their orange and yellow colors. In this ingredient, beta-carotene is often added to corn oil to provide color.

Why it's used

This combination is used to add a yellow color to foods. It is commonly found in pasta products, frozen dinners, and other processed foods where a specific color is desired.

Health notes

Corn oil is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA. Beta-carotene is also considered safe and is used as a food colorant. The FDA has evaluated beta-carotene as a color additive. JECFA has evaluated beta-carotene and established acceptable intake levels. At typical consumption levels, it is not associated with adverse health effects.

Allergen info

Corn is not one of the nine major allergens. Beta-carotene is derived from plants and is not a major allergen. Gluten is not present.

Products containing Corn Oil And Beta Carotene

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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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