Ingredient

Vegetable Color- If Colored

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Source

Not animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Manufacturers use vegetable colors to make foods more appealing by adding or restoring color. …

What it is

This ingredient is a general term used on food labels when a product contains added colors derived from plants. These colors are extracted from various fruits, vegetables, and other plant sources.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use vegetable colors to make foods more appealing by adding or restoring color. They are commonly found in a variety of products, including cheeses, snacks, and prepared meals, to enhance their visual appearance.

Health notes

Vegetable colors are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. Regulatory bodies like the FDA and EFSA have evaluated various plant-derived colorants. While generally considered safe, some individuals may have sensitivities to specific plant compounds.

Allergen info

Not a major allergen. However, if the specific vegetable source is a known allergen (e.g., soy), it would be listed separately.

Products containing Vegetable Color- If Colored

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GREAT LAKES CHEESE Adams Reserve, New York Extra Sharp Cheddar Cheese High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 393kcal 25Protein 32.1Fat 3.6Carbs Renaissance Food Group, LLC Deluxe Roast Beef Pinwheels Prepared Wraps and Burittos High in sodium — 32% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 65% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 42% DV per serving 205kcal 17.7Protein 8.1Fat 15.9Carbs Great Lakes Cheese Co., Inc. Extra Sharp Cheddar Cheese Cheese High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 393kcal 25Protein 32.1Fat 3.6Carbs Gilbert Foods LLC. Portable Protein Hardboiled Egg, Apple, Swiss & Cheddar Cheese, Almonds & Cranberries With Peanut Butter Lunch Snacks & Combinations High in saturated fat — 65% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 65% DV per serving 262kcal 12.1Protein 18.0Fat 13.6Carbs Renaissance Food Group, LLC Deluxe Roast Beef Pinwheels, Deluxe Roast Beef Prepared Wraps and Burittos High in sodium — 32% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 65% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 42% DV per serving 205kcal 17.7Protein 8.1Fat 15.9Carbs Great Lakes Cheese Co., Inc. Sharp Cheddar Natural Cheese Cheese High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 393kcal 25Protein 32.1Fat 3.6Carbs BJ's Wholesale Club / Corporate Brands Mexican Blend Mild Cheddar, Monterey Jack, Queso Quesadilla And Asadero Cheese Blend Finely Shredded Cheese, Mexican Blend Cheese High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 393kcal 21.4Protein 32.1Fat 3.6Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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