Ingredient

Grape Skin Extract

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
It is used to add or enhance red, purple, and blue colors in foods …

What it is

Grape skin extract is a natural colorant derived from the skins of grapes. The skins are processed to isolate the pigments, primarily anthocyanins, which give grapes their red, purple, and blue colors.

Why it's used

It is used to add or enhance red, purple, and blue colors in foods and beverages. Manufacturers commonly add it to fruit juices, nectars, fruit drinks, sodas, and candies.

Health notes

Grape skin extract is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a food colorant. Anthocyanins, the main compounds in grape skin extract, are antioxidants, and some research suggests potential health benefits associated with their consumption, though more studies are needed. JECFA has evaluated anthocyanins and did not set a numeric limit (ADI not specified).

Allergen info

Not a major allergen.

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Last updated: September 28, 2026

Note: This site presents label data from USDA FoodData Central for general information. It is not medical advice. Check the package label; formulations change.