Overview

Listing and annotation: Beta-carotene extract color—derived from carrots or algae (pigment CAS# 7235-40-7)

Use: As a nonorganically produced agricultural products allowed as an ingredient in or on processed products labeled as “organic" only when the product is not commercially available in organic form.

Common applications: Used as a natural coloring agent. 

Reference: 7 CFR 205.606

Sunset Date: 5/29/2018

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