gold
Basic Information
| Field | Content |
|---|---|
| Chinese name | gold |
| English name | gold |
| INS/E number | INS 175 |
| Functional class | Colour |
| Year adopted | To be added. |
| Approved by | European Union (EFSA) |
What is it?
Gold (INS 175) is a gold colour used as gold leaf or powder, exploiting its metallic lustre to decorate premium foods and drinks; it is chemically very inert.
Source
Industrial：提纯、锤打/研磨制成食品级金箔或金粉，控制纯度
Why is it used?
- Provides gold metallic lustre
- Decorates premium confectionery and chocolate
- Used in liqueurs and celebration foods
- Enhances luxurious appearance
- Chemically inert and safe
Common Foods
- Gold-leaf chocolate
- Liqueurs
- Premium confectionery
- Celebration bakery
- Decorative desserts
Safety
ADI (Acceptable Daily Intake)：Not applicable (evaluated, no limit set)
Concerns：
- 成本高、仅装饰用途
- 需确保食品级纯度
Usage Standard
China：GB 2760（按具体管理，仅限装饰）
International：
- EU Regulation 1333/2008 Annex II (E 175) 限特定用途
- FDA 一般未作为常规食品色素批准（装饰金箔依个案）
- Codex GSFA (INS 175)
- FSANZ Food Standards Code (Gold, 175)
In a nutshell
Gold is an inert, non-absorbed gold decorative colour that is extremely safe and used only on surfaces.
Consumer Advice
Gold (gold leaf or powder, E175) is approved in the European Union for decorating confectionery and pastries, but it is not approved as a food additive in China or the United States. Gold leaf is not absorbed by the body and passes through the digestive tract, so its use within the permitted scope is considered safe; it is used mainly as a luxury decoration and has no nutritional value.
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.