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E 175Colours

Gold

Characteristics

Additive NameGold
E No.E 175
TypeIndividual Substance
In plain language

A metallic decorative colourant — actual gold — used purely for visual effect on luxury confectionery, chocolates, and spirit drinks. It adds no flavour, nutrition, or functional benefit whatsoever. Biologically inert, meaning it passes through the body without being absorbed. Considered safe at the very small quantities used in decoration.

Conditions of Use

This additive is authorised to be used in the following 3 food categories:

5.4Decorations, coatings and fillings, except fruit-based fillings covered by category 4.2.4
Quantum satis (no max)
only decoration of chocolates
14.2.6Spirit drinks as defined in Regulation (EU) 2019/787
Quantum satis (no max)
only liqueurs
5.2Other confectionery including breath freshening micro-sweets
Quantum satis (no max)
only external coating of confectionery

Source

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E 175 - Gold | E-Number Information