Comparing E160AIV - Algal carotenes vs E160AIII - Beta-carotene from blakeslea trispora

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Overview

E160AIV - Algal carotenes

Algal carotenes (E160a(iv)) are natural orange pigments taken from microalgae, mainly Dunaliella salina. They are used to give foods a warm yellow to orange color and help keep color consistent from batch to batch. In the U.S. and EU, this color is authorized for use in many foods when used as directed.

E160AIII - Beta-carotene from blakeslea trispora

Beta-carotene from blakeslea trispora (E160AIII) is an orange-yellow food color made by fermenting the filamentous fungus Blakeslea trispora. It gives foods a natural-looking carrot or orange hue and is widely used in drinks, dairy, and bakery items. It is approved in the U.S. and EU and considered safe at normal use levels.

Synonyms

E160aiv

Algal carotenes

E160aiii

Beta-carotene from blakeslea trispora

Functions

colour

Origins

Microbiological

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