Gardenia yellow
Basic Information
| Field | Content |
|---|---|
| Chinese name | Gardenia yellow |
| English name | Gardenia yellow |
| INS/E number | INS 164 |
| Functional class | Colour |
| Year adopted | To be added. |
| Approved by | Australia/New Zealand (FSANZ) |
What is it?
Gardenia yellow is a natural yellow colour extracted from gardenia fruit, with crocin-type compounds as the main colouring principles; it is water-soluble and widely used in East Asia.
Source
Natural：栀子（Gardenia jasminoides）成熟果实
Why is it used?
- Provides a natural bright yellow colour
- Good water solubility for easy formulation
- Used in noodles, beverages and bakery
- Clean-label claim
- Restores processing colour loss
Common Foods
- Noodles and flour products
- Beverages
- Confectionery
- Bakery products
- Canned foods
Safety
ADI (Acceptable Daily Intake)：Not applicable (evaluated, no limit set)
Concerns：
- 个别人群过敏风险
- 需控制重金属与溶剂残留
Usage Standard
China：GB 2760（栀子黄）
International：
- EU 未统一列入 Annex II，依各成员批准
- 一般作为天然提取物依色素法规使用
- Codex GSFA (INS 164)
- FSANZ Food Standards Code (Gardenia yellow)
- 日本等允许使用
In a nutshell
Gardenia yellow is a water-soluble natural yellow colour widely used in East Asian foods, with good safety.
Consumer Advice
Gardenia yellow is a natural yellow colouring extracted from the fruit of the gardenia plant; its main colouring compounds are crocin and crocetin. It is approved in China, where it is used in noodles, drinks, sweets and baked goods, and is one of the distinctive natural food colours there. It is considered safe at approved levels, though it is not approved in the EU or the United States.
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.