Organic Annatto Color
What is Organic Annatto Color?
Annatto is a natural food coloring made from the seeds of the achiote tree, native to tropical regions of the Americas. The seeds are ground into a powder or extracted into an oil or liquid to create a range of yellow to red-orange colors.
Is Organic Annatto Color vegan?
Organic Annatto Color is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Organic Annatto Color gluten-free?
It does not contain gluten.
Is Organic Annatto Color a major allergen?
Annatto is not derived from any of the 9 FDA major allergens.
What is Organic Annatto Color used for?
Annatto is used to add a yellow to orange-red color to foods.
Is Organic Annatto Color safe?
Annatto is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a food coloring.
Why it's used
Annatto is used to add a yellow to orange-red color to foods. It is commonly found in dairy products like cheese and butter, as well as in baked goods, snacks, and processed meats.
Health notes
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. The Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) has evaluated annatto and established an acceptable daily intake. Evidence does not suggest significant health concerns associated with its use.
Allergen info
Annatto is not derived from any of the 9 FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.
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