E150d: Sulphite ammonia caramel
Also called: Caramel IV
What it does
Gives a dark brown colour (cola, soy sauce, gravy browning).
What it is made from
Made by heating sugars with ammonia and sulphites.
Allergies and diets
- Sulphites Is, or is made with, sulphites.
- Gluten? Can be made from wheat or another gluten cereal (the source is not always named).
- Corn (maize)? Can be made from corn (maize).
See E150a about wheat-based sugars. Sulphites are used in making it.
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General information, not medical advice. Sources differ between manufacturers: check the label or ask the maker.