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E160c is a food additive approved by the European Union
(EU).
It is used as a natural colouring agent in food and drink products.
The common names for E160c are Paprika Extract, Capsanthin or Capsorubin.
E160c is a deep red colouring and flavouring, derived from red bell
peppers (Capsicum
annuum). The peppers are dried and ground before Paprika is extracted
using solvents. Capsanthin may
be used in poultry feed to increase the intensity of the egg yolk colour.
In extreme cases E160c may irritate the eyes and even
cause temporary blindness. Eating vast quantities may reduce the effectiveness
of your
taste buds. However,
this natural colouring is generally considered safe in food products
approved by the EU, although it is banned in Australia.
Examples of food/drink products that may include E160c:
Meat products, eggs, cheese and chicken pies.
Note(1) that the list of Food
Additives (E Numbers) included in this section and listed on the left
is subject to change as chemicals are added and/or removed by the EU
Regulatory Authorities. IvyRose cannot guarantee that this list complete.
Note(2) These numbers are also used in Australia and
New Zealand but without the E.
Government
approvals and other regulatory details are subject to change.
This entry was added in good faith on 31 July 2008. For current
details check with relevant authorities.
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