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Is Caramel color safe?

What it is

A brown coloring made by heating sugars, used in cola, soy sauce, gravy and dark bread.

What families watch for

Some types (class III and IV) can contain a byproduct called 4-MEI, which California regulates under Prop 65.

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Clear or naturally colored drinks, or sauces without added coloring.

Also listed as: caramel color, caramel colour, e150, e150d, e150c

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Educational information only, not medical advice. Always read the package in your hand and talk to your doctor about allergies or health conditions.