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Malvidin

Also known as: E163c

Low concern

Anthocyanins occur naturally in fruits and have a long history of dietary consumption. EFSA re-evaluated anthocyanins (E163) and concluded no safety concern at reported food uses.

Found in

2 products

E-number

E163c

Type

colour

What it is

Malvidin, an anthocyanin pigment naturally present in red grape skins, blueberries, and other red/purple fruits.

Natural color (anthocyanin subgroup E163); contributes red/purple/blue hues.

What regulators actually say

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Regulatory status

United States — FDA

Grape skin extract and grape color extract permitted as color additives (21 CFR 73.169, 73.170).

European Union — EFSA

Re-evaluated 2013; no safety concern at reported uses.

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