Origin:
Natural colour, present in many plants. Commercially prepared from grass, nettles or Tagetes species.
Function & characteristics:
Yellow food colour. Slightly soluble in water.
Products:
Rarely used. If used only in soups and alcoholic beverages.
Daily intake:
None determined.
Side effects :
No side effects known.
Dietary restrictions :
None, E161b can be consumed by all religious groups, vegans and vegetarians.
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