Comparing E140II - Chlorophyllins vs E141II - Copper complexes of chlorophyllins
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What is sodium copper chlorophyllin?
A water‑soluble green colorant made from plant chlorophyll, where the central magnesium is replaced by copper and the molecule is converted to sodium salts.
Is sodium copper chlorophyllin safe?
Yes—it's authorized as a food color in many regions and considered safe at permitted levels; it contributes a small amount of copper, so those who must limit copper (e.g., Wilson’s disease) should be cautious.
What is sodium copper chlorophyllin used for?
Coloring foods and beverages green, for example confectionery, drinks, sauces, and bakery icings.
What does sodium copper chlorophyllin do?
It imparts a bright, water‑soluble green color that is more light‑ and heat‑stable than natural chlorophyll.
How much copper is in sodium copper chlorophyllin?
Additive specifications typically place copper at about 4–6% by weight of the ingredient; the copper delivered in a food depends on the amount of colorant used.
Is sodium copper chlorophyllin safe?
Yes—it's an authorized food color (E141(ii)) and is considered safe at permitted levels by regulators like EFSA and JECFA; people who must restrict copper (e.g., Wilson’s disease) should avoid extra copper sources.
What is sodium copper chlorophyllin used for?
It’s used as a green food colorant in items like beverages, confectionery, sauces, and canned vegetables because it gives a stable green shade.
What does sodium copper chlorophyllin do?
It imparts and stabilizes green color in foods, with better heat and acid stability than natural chlorophyll.
How much copper is in sodium copper chlorophyllin?
By specification, the additive typically contains about 4–7% elemental copper by weight; the amount of copper in finished foods is much lower due to low use levels.
What is chlorophyllin copper complex?
It’s a water‑soluble derivative of chlorophyll in which magnesium is replaced by copper and the side chains are saponified, usually present as sodium or potassium salts and used as the green color E141(ii).