Grape Skin Extract
Approved as a color additive exempt from certification by FDA. Considered safe at typical food use levels.
What it is
An aqueous extract of the skins of red grapes (Vitis vinifera) containing anthocyanins. Used as a natural color additive (enocianina/enocianin).
Natural red-purple color in beverages and foods.
Why it's flagged
- color additive disclosure required on label
What regulators actually say
"Grape skin extract (enocianina). The color additive grape skin extract is a purplish-red liquid prepared by the aqueous extraction (steeping) of the fresh deseeded marc remaining after grapes have been pressed to produce grape juice or wine."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Approved color additive for use in still and carbonated drinks and beverage bases (21 CFR 73.170)
European Union — EFSA
Approved as anthocyanin color (E 163)
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