CAS number
465-42-9
Industry
Food & Beverage
Typical form
Liquid
Additive number
INS 160c (E160c)
Also known as: Paprika oleoresin, capsanthin.
Typical grades: Colour value (e.g. 40,000–100,000 CU) options; oil-soluble and water-dispersible.
About Paprika Extract
Paprika Extract (oleoresin) is a natural colour obtained from red peppers (Capsicum annuum). Its colour comes mainly from capsanthin and related carotenoids.
Uses and applications
Food colouring
Gives an orange-red colour to sauces, snacks, processed meats, cheese and seasonings.
Feed
Used to enhance the colour of egg yolks and poultry skin.
Cosmetics
Used as a natural colourant in some products where permitted.
Regulatory note and documentation
Food additives must meet the food regulations of the country of use, such as Codex Alimentarius standards, EU rules, US FDA requirements or the Food Standards Code in Australia and New Zealand, for the intended food and use level. Regulatory status, permitted levels and registration requirements vary by country, so please confirm requirements for your own product and market before use.
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