caramel III – ammonia caramel
Basic Information
| Field | Content |
|---|---|
| Chinese name | caramel III – ammonia caramel |
| English name | caramel III – ammonia caramel |
| INS/E number | INS 150c |
| Functional class | Colour |
| Year adopted | 1964 |
| Approved by | Australia/New Zealand (FSANZ), European Union (EFSA) |
What is it?
Caramel III (ammonia caramel, INS 150c) is produced by heating sugar with ammonia; positively charged, used in bakery and malted products.
Source
Industrial：在氨（如氨水）存在下加热焦糖化
Why is it used?
- Provides a brown colour to bakery and breakfast cereals
- Compatible with protein-containing systems
- Strong tinctorial power
Common Foods
- Bakery products
- Breakfast cereals
- Malted drinks
- Confectionery
Safety
在规定限量内总体安全；氨法生产可能含微量 4-甲基咪唑（4-MEI），需控制残留。
ADI (Acceptable Daily Intake)：0-200 mg/kg bw
Concerns：
- 可能含 4-甲基咪唑（4-MEI）残留
Usage Standard
China：GB 2760（氨法焦糖色）
International：
- EU 1333/2008 Annex II (E 150c)
- FDA 21 CFR 73.85
- Codex GSFA (INS 150c)
- FSANZ (150c)
In a nutshell
Ammonia caramel (150c) is used in bakery; 4-MEI residues should be controlled.
Consumer Advice
Caramel III (ammonia caramel) is a dark brown colorant made by heating sugars with ammonia compounds, used in soy sauce, beer, baked goods, and sauces. It is safe within approved limits; production may form trace amounts of 4-methylimidazole (4-MEI), which regulatory bodies in many countries have assessed as posing negligible risk at normal intake levels, so there is no need for excessive concern.
Dietary Restrictions
- Vegan: ✅
- Halal: ✅
- Kosher: ✅
Allergens
✅ Free from common allergens
Disclaimer
The information provided here is for discussion and educational purposes only. It is not medical advice or an evaluation/rating of any product or ingredient. This information may not apply to you; before using or taking any action, you should contact the manufacturer, vendor, medical, dietary, fitness, or other professionals. If you use any information provided here, you do so at your own risk.