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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Annatto is used to add a yellow to orange hue to foods. It is …
What it is
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 and then extracted with oil or water to produce a yellow to deep orange colorant.
Why it's used
Annatto is used to add a yellow to orange hue to foods. It is commonly found in dairy products like cheese and butter, as well as baked goods, snacks, and ice cream.
Health notes
Annatto is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a food coloring. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated annatto and found no safety concerns at typical consumption levels. Research has not identified significant health risks associated with annatto consumption at levels found in food.
Allergen info
Annatto is not derived from any of the 9 FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.
Note:
This site presents label data from USDA FoodData Central for general information. It is not medical advice.
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