E150d
E150d: Sulphite ammonia caramel
Moderate concernFunction: colour
What is E150d?
E150d (Sulphite ammonia caramel) is a colour used in processed foods.
What the research says
The caramel colour used in colas. It can contain 4-MEI, which IARC classifies as possibly carcinogenic (Group 2B). California requires a warning above set levels.
Regulatory status
| European Union | Approved |
|---|---|
| United States | Approved |
Questions people ask
Is E150d (Sulphite ammonia caramel) safe?
The caramel colour used in colas. It can contain 4-MEI, which IARC classifies as possibly carcinogenic (Group 2B). California requires a warning above set levels.
Why is E150d added to food?
It is used as a colour.
Does E150d make a food ultra-processed?
Yes. Under the NOVA system, cosmetic additives such as E150d mark a food as ultra-processed.