Foodscan.ai
EN
EN
LT
E 150aColours

Plain caramel

Characteristics

Additive NamePlain caramel
E No.E 150a
TypeIndividual Substance
In plain language

A dark brown colouring made by heating sugar — the simplest form of caramel colour, produced without ammonia or sulphites. Found in soft drinks, sauces, and baked goods to give that familiar brown hue. Considered safe by EFSA and FDA. No significant health concerns at levels typically used in food. Of the four caramel colour types, this is the cleanest one.

Conditions of Use

This additive is authorised to be used in the following 2 food categories:

4.2.4.1fruit and vegetable preparations excluding compote
Quantum satis (no max)
Only seaweed based fish roe analogues
14.2.5Mead
Quantum satis (no max)
miód pitny jakościowy can only contain E 150a made from honey’

Source

Want to know if a product you eat contains E 150a? Open FoodScan in Telegram, photograph any food product label and get your analysis.

Open in Telegram
E 150a - Plain caramel | E-Number Information