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E150d
Sulphite ammonia caramel
A 'Class IV' caramel color produced with sulphite and ammonia compounds.
i Additive Details
| Is E150d Sulphite ammonia caramel safe?
May contain trace 4-methylimidazole (4-MEI), listed under California's Proposition 65 as a possible carcinogen. Residual sulphites may be present at levels relevant to people with sulphite sensitivity, who should check the label.
| Uses
Provides the dark brown color of colas, dark soft drinks, dark beers, soy sauces, balsamic dressings, baked goods, gravies, and many savory sauces. Acid-stable, which is why it survives in cola syrups.
| Interactions
Sulphite content typically falls below the EU declaration threshold of 10 mg/kg, but cumulative exposure can add up across products containing other sulphite-based ingredients.
| Origin
Produced by heating carbohydrates (typically glucose or sucrose) with sulphite and ammonium compounds.
| Daily Intake
EFSA's 2011 re-evaluation set a group ADI of 300 mg per kg of body weight per day covering all four caramel colours. E150d has no separate individual ADI; the lower 100 mg/kg/day figure applies to E150c (Class III) because of its THI content, not to Class IV.
Information is sourced from public regulatory bodies (EFSA, FDA, WHO) and is for reference only. Always read the package and consult a healthcare professional for medical advice.
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