Capsanthine

Author:Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Synonym(s)

Capsorubin; CAS No 465-42-9; Paprika extract

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DefinitionThis section has been translated automatically.

Capsanthin is an orange-red natural dye, which is extracted from paprika (see below Capsici fructus acer).

Field of application/useThis section has been translated automatically.

Food colouring (E 160 c) for oil and water soluble products (canned meat and fish, confectionery (marzipan), mayonnaise, sausage)

Cosmetics

Feed additive

Capsanthin/capsorubin is used as a colorant in cosmetic products. The basic conditions for cosmetic colorants are defined in the EU Cosmetics Regulation Annex IV.

Authors

Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer