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E160f
Ethyl Ester of Beta-apo-8'-carotenoid Acid
Colourant
RISK LEVEL
2 / 5
Risk 2

Synthetic carotenoid ester used as colour. Limited use.

Found in
Limited food applications
Daily intake limit
0-5 mg/kg bw
Processing
Low

Body systems affected

Immune
May trigger allergic reactions in sensitive individuals
Nervous
Synthetic azo dyes may contribute to hyperactivity in susceptible children

What the research says

Research on Ethyl Ester of Beta-apo-8'-carotenoid Acid (E160f) is ongoing. Regulatory agencies have evaluated its safety for permitted uses.

Allergenic potential: Low to moderate

FDA Permitted
EFSA Approved
WHO Evaluated
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