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Chlorophyllin-Copper Complex
Chlorophyllin-Copper Complex
Low concern
Sodium copper chlorophyllin is FDA-permitted as a color additive in citrus-based dry beverage mixes and is widely used as a dietary supplement ingredient. EFSA also permits it (E141ii).
Found in
26 products
What it is
Water-soluble derivative of chlorophyll in which the magnesium ion is replaced with copper, used as a green colorant.
Natural-source green color additive.
Why it's flagged
- Stains tongue/stool green at high doses
- Small contribution of copper
What regulators actually say
"The color additive sodium copper chlorophyllin may be safely used to color citrus-based dry beverage mixes..."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Permitted color additive under 21 CFR 73.125 (sodium copper chlorophyllin)
European Union — EFSA
Permitted as E141 (copper complexes of chlorophylls and chlorophyllins); ADI not specified
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