Ingredient · Colorant

Caramel Color IV

Mixed · 4/10, higher is cleaner

E-number E150d

How we reached this

Class IV caramel can form 4-MEI (Methylimidazole), IARC 2B possible carcinogen. California Prop 65 listed.

Sources · 2

IARC Monograph: 4-Methylimidazolehttps://publications.iarc.who.int/123
FDA SCOGS / Substances Added to Food (Generally Recognized as Safe) databasehttps://www.cfsanappsexternal.fda.gov/scripts/fdcc/?set=SCOGS

Regulatory position

European UnionPermitted with ADI for 4-MEI (E150d)

United StatesPermitted with use-level limits (21 CFR 73.85)

NotesCalifornia Prop 65 listing for 4-Methylimidazole (4-MEI). IARC 2B possible carcinogen. | California Prop 65 listing for 4-Methylimidazole (4-MEI). IARC 2B possible carcinogen.

Also listed as

E150dcaramel color (ammonia sulfite)

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