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Paprika Extract
Paprika Extract
Also known as: E160c, capsanthin, capsorubin, Paprika oleoresin, oleoresin of paprika
Low concern
Paprika extract is GRAS in the US and authorised in the EU. EFSA's 2015 re-evaluation set an ADI of 1.7 mg/kg bw/day for capsanthin/capsorubin and noted possible exceedance in some children, but no acute safety concern.
Found in
28,246 products
E-number
E160c
Type
colour
What it is
Paprika extract (E160c, capsanthin/capsorubin) is a natural orange-red colorant from red peppers.
Natural food coloring.
Why it's flagged
- EFSA noted possible ADI exceedance in some children
What regulators actually say
"Paprika extract may safely be used in food generally."
"An ADI of 1.7 mg/kg bw/day for capsanthin/capsorubin."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Approved color additive (21 CFR 73.340)
European Union — EFSA
Authorised; ADI 1.7 mg/kg bw/day
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