Foods Containing E100 (Curcumin)
E100 (Curcumin) is a bright yellow pigment extracted from turmeric root, used to colour food golden-yellow. Here are the foods where you'll find it on the label.
Common foods that contain E100
- sweets and confectionery
- soft drinks
- cake icing
- jams and preserves
- ready meals
- desserts
In the UK and EU, E100 must be declared either as "E100" or as "Curcumin" in the ingredients list.
Is E100 safe?
EFSA has reviewed E100 and considers it safe for human consumption at the levels used in food. No credible evidence links Curcumin to harm at normal dietary intakes.
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Data: Open Food Facts (ODbL) · EFSA