Color Additive · EU 160f
Ethyl Ester Of Beta-Apo-8'-Carotenic Acid (C 30)
FDA status: Approved. EU: Approved. No U.S. state has enacted a specific ban yet.
According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, Ethyl Ester Of Beta-Apo-8'-Carotenic Acid (C 30) is FDA-approved, and no U.S. state has moved to restrict it independently of federal policy. The European Union separately classifies it as approved.
The verdict
Ethyl Ester Of Beta-Apo-8'-Carotenic Acid (C 30) is FDA-approved, and no U.S. state has moved to restrict it.
- 4/5
- Low Risk
- Approved
- FDA status
- Approved
- EU status
- 0
- state regulations
Ethyl Ester Of Beta-Apo-8'-Carotenic Acid (C 30): the EU E-number regulatory record
Ethyl Ester Of Beta-Apo-8'-Carotenic Acid (C 30): no OFF product match; EU code 160f is the standout identifier.
| Property | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| E-Number | 160f | EU additive register |
| FDA Status | Approved | FDA SAFFA |
| EU Status | Approved | EC 1333/2008 |
| CAS Number | - | CAS Registry |
| Category | Color Additive | FDA functional class |
| Composite Safety Score | 4 / 5 (Low Risk) | PlainIngredients methodology |
| EFSA ADI | Not in our EFSA data | EFSA scientific opinion |
| U.S. State Actions | 0 states | State legislative records |
| Tracked Products | Not yet tracked | Open Food Facts (US) |
Values reflect official agency classifications as published by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and the European Union's regulatory framework. See our methodology for scoring details.
What is Ethyl Ester Of Beta-Apo-8'-Carotenic Acid (C 30)?
Ethyl Ester Of Beta-Apo-8'-Carotenic Acid (C 30) is a food additive (160f) classified as color additive.
Health Concerns
- EFSA evaluation: Scientific Opinion on the reconsideration of the ADI and a refined exposure assessment of beta-apo-8'-carotenal -E 160e-. Flagged by ANSES (French food safety agency) as additive of interest
Common Uses
Catalog-profile peer axes
Ethyl Ester Of Beta-Apo-8'-Carotenic Acid (C 30) among its nationwide catalog-profile peers
Product-count (0) and safety-score (4/5) peer columns, disjoint link sets.
Score 4/5 peers (≥50 OFF products)
Nearest other additives by PlainIngredients safety score (floored at ≥50 tracked products), distinct from the count row.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ethyl Ester Of Beta-Apo-8'-Carotenic Acid (C 30) safe to consume?
Ethyl Ester Of Beta-Apo-8'-Carotenic Acid (C 30) scores 4/5 (Low Risk). FDA status is Approved. No OFF product match yet; EU additive code 160f is the standout identifier on this row.
What is Ethyl Ester Of Beta-Apo-8'-Carotenic Acid (C 30) used for in food?
Ethyl Ester Of Beta-Apo-8'-Carotenic Acid (C 30) (160f) is catalogued for Processed foods, beverages, confectionery; treat uses as SAFFA class, not shelf count.
What health concerns are associated with Ethyl Ester Of Beta-Apo-8'-Carotenic Acid (C 30)?
Research has identified the following health concerns for Ethyl Ester Of Beta-Apo-8'-Carotenic Acid (C 30): EFSA evaluation: Scientific Opinion on the reconsideration of the ADI and a refined exposure assessment of beta-apo-8'-carotenal -E 160e-. Flagged by ANSES (French food safety agency) as additive of interest. These findings inform its safety score of 4/5. Consult a healthcare provider for personalized guidance, especially if you have pre-existing conditions.