Additives
Iron Oxides and Hydroxides (E172): What It Is and Is It Safe?
Safe
Colour · Mineral pigment
Natural mineral pigments. No known health risks at food levels.
- Category
- Colour — Mineral pigment
- Typically used in
- Salmon and shrimp paste, cake mixes, olives
- Regulatory status
- Approved EU/USA/UK
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