E160a: Carotenes
Also called: Beta-carotene, Alpha-carotene, Mixed carotenes
What it does
Gives a yellow to orange colour.
What it is made from
Extracted from carrots, palm oil or algae, or made synthetically. E160a(ii) is beta-carotene.
Allergies and diets
No allergy or diet concern is recorded for this additive. That is not a guarantee: the source can differ between makers, so check the label.
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General information, not medical advice. Sources differ between manufacturers: check the label or ask the maker.
Same number
- E160b Annatto
- E160c Paprika extract
- E160d Lycopene
- E160e Beta-apo-8'-carotenal
- E160f Ethyl ester of beta-apo-8'-carotenoic acid
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