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E160a: Carotenes

Also called: Beta-carotene, Alpha-carotene, Mixed carotenes

Colours

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.

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