Comparing E103 - Alkannin vs E162 - Beetroot red

Overview

E103 - Alkannin

Alkannin (E103) is a red dye found in the roots of the alkanet plant. It once appeared on older color lists, but it is not authorized for use as a food additive in the European Union or the United States today.

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E162 - Beetroot red

Beetroot red (E162) is a natural red-to-pink food color made from red beets. Its main coloring pigment is betanin, which gives foods a vivid berry-like hue without using synthetic dyes. It is widely used in drinks, dairy, and confections, especially where a “natural color” label is preferred.

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Synonyms
E103
Alkannin
E162
Beetroot red
betanin
Functions
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Origins
Plant
Plant
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Popular questions

  1. Dr. phil s15 e103 recap what happened to brittney?

    E103 refers to alkannin, a natural red dye from Alkanna tinctoria, not a TV episode; it’s no longer approved as a food color in the EU and isn’t approved for food use in the US.

  2. How to fix e103 nest?

    E103 is the code for alkannin, a natural red dye, not a Nest thermostat error; as a food additive it’s withdrawn in the EU and not approved in the US.

  3. How to fix nest e103 error?

    E103 denotes alkannin, a plant-derived colorant, not a device fault; it’s not permitted for food use in the US and is no longer approved in the EU.

  4. How to get to south street seaport from e103?

    E103 is an additive code for alkannin rather than a location; it’s a natural red-violet dye that’s no longer approved for food use in the EU.

  5. What is e103 in us dallors?

    E103 isn’t a currency value—it’s the code for alkannin, a natural dye that is not approved for food use in the United States.

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  1. Does beetroot make your poop red?

    Yes—beetroot contains betanin (E162), a natural red pigment that can pass through the gut and temporarily turn stool red or pink; it's harmless.

  2. Does beetroot make you poop red?

    Yes, the betanin (E162) in beetroot can color stools red for a short time after eating it, which can be mistaken for blood.

  3. Can beetroot make poop red?

    Yes; the beet pigment betanin (E162) often survives digestion and can make poop appear red, especially with larger amounts or fast transit.

  4. What is beetroot red soup?

    A beet-based soup (often called borscht) whose vivid color comes from beet pigments like betanin (E162); it’s a dish, not an additive.

  5. Can beetroot cause red urine?

    Yes—some people excrete beetroot’s betanin (E162) in urine, causing pink or red discoloration (beeturia); it’s temporary and harmless.

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