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E162ColorantLow concern
Beetroot Red
In plain words
The short version
The natural deep-red pigment of beetroot (betanin) — a vegan alternative to carmine.
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. Some individuals genetically excrete the pigment in urine (beeturia), giving a harmless pink color — this also occurs with raw beetroot consumption.
The detail
Educational information only. Not medical or dietary advice.