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E140ColorantLow concern
Chlorophylls
In plain words
The short version
The natural green pigment of plants — used as a clean-label colorant in dairy and confectionery.
Why it's green
It's widely considered safe at the amounts used in food, so we mark it green. The Safety section below has the details.
Safety profile
ADI not specified. Considered safe at typical use levels. Chlorophyll is naturally ingested in large amounts from green vegetables.
The detail
Educational information only. Not medical or dietary advice.