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E150c

Amonyak karameli

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E-number category

Colour

Detailed information

What it is & how it is made
A brown caramel colour produced by an ammonia process. Although its source is sugar (plant-based), ammonium compounds are used in production.
Where it is used
Used for brown colour in beer, sauces, baked goods and some beverages.
Health note
The 4-methylimidazole (4-MEI) compound that can form during production has been debated with regard to health. It calls for caution from the standpoint of the 'tayyib' (wholesome) principle.
Halal assessment
Although its source is plant-based (sugar), it has been left as doubtful because of the production process and the health debate. It is synthetic in origin and contains no animal matter; in that respect no halal obstacle is seen. However, because it is a synthetic colour and because of the health debate, it has been left as doubtful under the 'halal and tayyib' principle; the decision rests with the consumer.

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