Comparing E162 - Beetroot red vs E166 - Sandalwood

Overview

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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E166 - Sandalwood

E166 (Sandalwood) is a natural red coloring historically derived from the heartwood of the tree Pterocarpus santalinus. It is not authorized for use as a food color in the European Union or the United States, so it is rarely seen in modern packaged foods in those markets.

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Synonyms
E162
Beetroot red
betanin
E166
Sandalwood
Functions
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colour
Origins
Plant
Plant
Products

Found in 156 products

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Popular questions

  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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