Paprika Extract Color

Flavors + Colors

  • Questionable

Definition

Paprika extract is obtained by solvent extraction of the dried ground fruit pods of Capsicum annuum (chili pepper) and used as a coloring agent in meats, cheeses, and other processed foods.

Also Known As

Extract of Paprika, Paprika Extract, Paprika Color, Paprika Extractive, Extractive Of Paprika, Extractives Of Paprika, Extracts Of Paprika, Paprika Extracts, Capsaxanthin, Capsorubin

Health Impact

Paprika extract is created through the process of chemical extraction, with any of the following chemicals: Acetone, Ethanol, Ethyl acetate, Hexane (a neurotoxin), Isopropanol, or Methanol. These chemical residues can remain in the final product.

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