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Karamel
Caramel coloring made by controlled heating of sugars used as a food colorant.
Mineral or nutrientUpdated May 28, 2026
Health score-2.0
-5Poor5
Water guidelines
- Legal limit
- Not specified
- Health guideline
- Not specified
Food and supplement guidelines
- Legal limit
- Not specified
- Health guideline
- Not specified
Risks
May contain trace amounts of contaminants from production such as 4-MEI; some forms classified as possible carcinogens at high exposure
Benefits
Provides color to food and beverage products
References
Waters containing Karamel
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