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E163 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 name for E163 is the Anthocyanins.
E163 is a violet colouring, derived from the cell sap
of plants, vegetables and flowers.
Anthocyanins are available in
various forms, including:
- E163 (a) cyanidin (a
red colour),
- E163 (b) delphinidin (a
blue colour) and
- E163 (c) malvidin (a
purple colour).
E163 is water soluble and may contain
sugars and
minerals. It has anti-inflammatory properties and acts as
an antioxidant when in fruits and vegetables. Reports suggest that (when
comsumed in appropriate quantities), this natural colouring is generally
thought to benefit your health.
Examples of food/drink products that may include E163:
Dairy products, soups, glacé cherries, sweets, pickles, jelly and soft
drinks.
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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