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E161c Cryptoxanthin

Origin:
Natural colour, present in many plants. Commercially prepared from Physalis species.

Function & characteristics:
Yellow food colour. Slightly soluble in water.

Products:
Rarely used. If used only in confectionary.

Daily intake:
Up to 5 mg/kg bodyweight.

Side effects :
No side effects known. It has some vitamin A activity.

Dietary restrictions :
None, E161c can be consumed by all religious groups, vegans and vegetarians.