This Product Natural Food Dye Made Of: Glycerin
What is This Product Natural Food Dye Made Of: Glycerin?
Glycerin, also known as glycerol, is a simple sugar alcohol. It is a clear, colorless, odorless, and viscous liquid that is sweet-tasting and non-toxic. Glycerin can be produced from both plant and animal fats and oils, or synthetically from petroleum.
Is This Product Natural Food Dye Made Of: Glycerin gluten-free?
It does not contain gluten.
Is This Product Natural Food Dye Made Of: Glycerin a major allergen?
Glycerin is not derived from any of the nine FDA major allergens.
What is This Product Natural Food Dye Made Of: Glycerin used for?
Manufacturers add glycerin to foods as a humectant (to retain moisture), a solvent for flavors and colors, and a sweetener.
Is This Product Natural Food Dye Made Of: Glycerin safe?
Glycerin is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add glycerin to foods as a humectant (to retain moisture), a solvent for flavors and colors, and a sweetener. It can also act as a plasticizer in food coatings and as a bulking agent. It is commonly found in baked goods, confectionery, and beverages.
Health notes
Glycerin is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. The Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) has evaluated glycerin and established an acceptable daily intake (ADI). It is metabolized by the body and provides calories. High doses may have a laxative effect, but this is not typically seen with its use in food.
Allergen info
Glycerin is not derived from any of the nine FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.
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