Additives
Violaxanthin (E161E): What It Is and Is It Safe?
Safe
Colour · Carotenoid
Violaxanthin is a natural orange xanthophyll carotenoid found in pansies and many green plants, where it functions in photosynthesis. It is non-toxic at food levels and is not authorised as a standalone food colour in the EU/UK.
- Category
- Colour — Carotenoid
- Typically used in
- Occurs naturally in pansies and green plants; not authorised as a food colour in the EU/UK.
- Regulatory status
- Not authorised as a standalone food colour in the EU/UK.
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