What is E163? Anthocyanins Explained
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E163 is Anthocyanins — a colour (plant) used in sweets and confectionery, soft drinks.
What is E163 (Anthocyanins)?
E163 is Anthocyanins, a food additive classified as a colour that give food its colour. A colour (plant) used in sweets and confectionery, soft drinks. You'll find it in sweets and confectionery, soft drinks, cake icing and many other packaged foods. Like every E-number, E163 has been authorised for use in food following an EFSA safety evaluation — though authorisation doesn't mean concern-free, as the safety section below explains.
Where is E163 found?
E163 (Anthocyanins) is found in sweets and confectionery, soft drinks, cake icing, jams and preserves, ready meals, desserts.
- sweets and confectionery
- soft drinks
- cake icing
- jams and preserves
- ready meals
- desserts
Is E163 safe?
EFSA has reviewed E163 and considers it safe for human consumption at the levels used in food. No credible evidence links Anthocyanins to harm at normal dietary intakes.
EFSA opinion: Anthocyanins — status Safe.
Check the calorie content of foods containing E163. If you’re pregnant, see our pregnancy food safety guide.
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E163 FAQs
What is E163 in food?
E163 is Anthocyanins — a colour (plant) used in sweets and confectionery, soft drinks.
Is E163 safe to eat?
EFSA has reviewed E163 and considers it safe for human consumption at the levels used in food. No credible evidence links Anthocyanins to harm at normal dietary intakes.
Is E163 vegan?
E163 (Anthocyanins) is vegan. It is derived from plant, with no animal involvement in standard food production.
Is E163 halal?
E163 (Anthocyanins) is halal. It is derived from plant, which involves no haram sources.
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Data: Open Food Facts (ODbL) · EFSA