Ingredient

Enzyme And Annatto

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Source

Not animal-derived

Allergen

No

Role in food

Annatto provides a yellow to orange color. It is used in a variety of …

What it is

Enzymes are proteins that speed up chemical reactions. Annatto is a natural food coloring made from the seeds of the achiote tree. When used together, enzymes can help extract color from the annatto seeds, making the coloring more efficient.

Why it's used

Annatto provides a yellow to orange color. It is used in a variety of foods like cheese, butter, baked goods, and processed meats. Enzymes help improve the stability and intensity of the color.

Health notes

Annatto is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a food coloring. It is not associated with significant health concerns at typical consumption levels. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated annatto and its derivatives. No major controversies are associated with its use.

Allergen info

Annatto is not derived from any of the 9 major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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