Carbon black
Basic Information
| Field | Content |
|---|---|
| Chinese name | Carbon black |
| English name | Carbon black |
| INS/E number | INS 152 |
| Functional class | Colour |
| Year adopted | To be added. |
| Approved by | To be added. |
What is it?
Carbon black (INS 152) is a black pigment of elemental carbon from incomplete combustion or thermal decomposition of carbonaceous matter; its use as a direct food colour is strictly limited (often in food-contact materials rather than food itself).
Source
Industrial：不完全燃烧或热裂解制得碳微粒
Why is it used?
- (Limited) provides a black colour to foods
- Mainly used to colour food-contact materials
Common Foods
- (Rarely direct) confectionery decoration, black foods (restricted)
Safety
作为直接食品添加剂多数法域不批准或严格限制；与食品接触的炭黑需符合纯度规格。
ADI (Acceptable Daily Intake)：Not applicable (evaluated, no limit set)
Concerns：
- 多数法域不批准直接食用
- 纯度与粒径规格要求高
Usage Standard
China：中国限制使用
International：
- EU 1333/2008 未列入直接食品添加剂（部分用作食品接触材料）
- 未获 FDA 食品批准
- FSANZ（受限）
In a nutshell
Carbon black is an elemental-carbon black pigment, mostly restricted as a direct food additive.
Consumer Advice
Carbon black is a black powder made by incomplete combustion of hydrocarbons. Although it carries the number INS 152 in the international numbering system, it is not approved for food use in the European Union, China or the United States and is mainly an industrial material. Consumers are very unlikely to encounter it in legitimate foods.
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.