E162
E162: Beetroot red
No known riskFunction: colour
What is E162?
E162 (Beetroot red) is a colour used in processed foods.
What the research says
Natural red colour from beetroot.
Regulatory status
| European Union | Approved |
|---|---|
| United States | Approved |
Questions people ask
Is E162 (Beetroot red) safe?
Natural red colour from beetroot.
Why is E162 added to food?
It is used as a colour.
Does E162 make a food ultra-processed?
Yes. Under the NOVA system, cosmetic additives such as E162 mark a food as ultra-processed.