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CAS no.: 8028-89-5
Sulphite ammonia caramel is prepared by heating sugar molecules along with ammonia or ammonium compounds and sulphite molecules, which will improve the color of the caramel product.
In the 19th century, the sulphite ammonia caramel was first used as a food additive in the food and brewing industry in order to prepare soft drinks, coffee, chocolate syrups and beer.
Sulphite ammonia caramel stays distinct for its mild flavor and aroma which is required the most in the food and beverage industry.
The sulphite ammonia caramel is predominantly used in the beverage industry as it provides stability to the soft drinks and beer and it gives a rich dark brown color to the beverage.
The primary function of sulphite ammonia caramel is to serve as a coloring agent and it has additional functions such as to serve as an emulsifier in soft drinks.
Sulphite ammonia caramel also prevents oxidation of the flavored components in bottled beverages.
Sulphite ammonia caramel is used in products such as chocolate syrups, baked goods, cocoa extenders, pet foods, sauces, soups, meat rubs, seasoning blends, and other flavorings.
Sulphite ammonia caramel color ranges from light brown to dark brown.
The intensity of the color varies with the amount of heat the sugar is exposed to.
Considering the applications the market potential for the sulphite ammonia caramel is likely to be significant.
Sulphite ammonia caramel is a natural caramel food coloring.
Sulphite ammonia caramel can be in the form of a powder, a thick liquid or a dark brown solution; has a bitter taste.
Sulphite ammonia caramel is allowed for use.
Sulphite ammonia caramel is used in drinks and foods to change their color.
Sulphite ammonia caramel (Caramel 4 - Ammonia-sulphite) is a natural food coloring with number E150d .
Sulphite ammonia caramel is approved for use as a colorant.
The caramel color is obtained by the thermal decomposition of various sugars.
In terms of chemical structure, caramel dyes belong to melanins - a group of heteropolymer colloidal pigments with a complex structure.
Melanins isolated from plant tissues have radioprotective properties, protect against damage and mutation due to radiation.
Nature and origin of the additive
Sulphite ammonia caramel helps to eliminate the formation of sediment in the products - this is due to the property of its molecules to have a positive or negative residual charge (depending on the reagents used in production).
Like all types of additives from the E150 group, the colorant Sulphite ammonia caramel is produced by heat treatment of the carbohydrates glucose and sucrose.
The main difference from the other additives in the E150 group is that ammonium and sulfite compounds (bases and acids) are added to the reaction mixture during the production process.
Additives such as ammonium phosphate, ammonium hydroxide, sulfuric acid, ammonium sulphate, ammonium sulphite and bisulphite, sodium sulphite and bisulphite, potassium sulphite and bisulphite, ammonium carbonate and bicarbonate can be used in the production of Sulphite ammonia caramel.
Main characteristics of the additive ammonia-sulphite caramel (E150d):
Color - dark brown, almost black (the darkest in the group);
Smell - of burnt sugar;
Consistency - powder, thick liquid or dark brown solution;
The taste is bitter.
Properties of caramel (ammonium sulfite):
Sulphite ammonia caramel is suitable as an additive for products that in the process of processing and cooking are exposed to high temperature and pressure, and have high acidity.
Sulphite ammonia caramel is also resistant to light exposure.
The additive Sulphite ammonia caramel is highly soluble in water and has high microbiological stability. Due to this, no harmful microorganisms are formed in the final product.
Effect of the Sulphite ammonia caramel supplement on the body:
The E150 supplement group is generally considered safe when taken as part of the recommended daily intake.
The food supplement Sulphite ammonia caramel is the most dangerous of all from the E150 group.
According to some studies, ammonia-sulfite caramel has a weak carcinogenic effect, can cause cancer and gastrointestinal problems.
At the same time, according to the WHO expert commission, the colorant is considered safe for the body if its maximum daily dose of 200 mg per 1 kg of body weight is not exceeded.
Use of ammonium sulfite caramel (E150d)
Most often, the food additive E150d - caramel (ammonium sulfite) is used to color drinks (alcoholic and soft).
Sulphite ammonia caramel is also used for coloring other products in different shades of caramel, brown and beige. These are:
confectionery - biscuits, pastries, gingerbread;
bakery products;
frozen desserts;
alcoholic beverages - wine, cider, whiskey, cognac, liqueur, bitter infusion (bitter), beer;
soft drinks - cola and others;
meat delicacies and sausages, pate, boiled meat, sausages and sausages;
semi-finished products;
canned vegetables;
marinati;
spices for meat sauces;
pickles;
canned and jams;
compotes;
citrus marmalades;
canned mushrooms;
dry soups;
chocolate butter;
dairy desserts;
vinegar.
Ammonium sulphite caramel as a food additive E150d is not banned for use in the food industry, but in some countries (including the United States) the manufacturer must indicate its content on the label.
The colorant is approved for use in products in Russia and Ukraine.
Function & characteristics:
Brown to black colours. Soluble in water and with a specific, sometimes bitter, taste.
This food preservative, Ammonium sulphite caramel is the one which is used in many soft drinks, and as its name says it does contain sulfites.
Ammonium sulphite caramel is not only added to the drinks because of the obvious reason for coloring the water, but because the sulfite compounds in it makes it also a good emulsifier and a preservative which prevents oxidation of the flavouring components.
Functions:
1. Colorant - Pigments or dyes that are added in order to change or enhance the color.
2. Fragrance / Fragrance Component - Provides or enhances a particular smell or odor.
One of the oldest and widely used water-soluble food coloring (E number 150), Caramel has an odor of burnt sugar and a somewhat bitter taste.
Ammonium sulphite caramel's color ranges from pale yellow to amber to dark brown for enhancing naturally occurring colors, correcting natural variations in color, and replacing color that is lost to light degradation during food processing and storage.
Ammonium sulphite caramel is used in many commercially produced foods and beverages, including batters, beer, brown bread, buns, chocolate, cookies, cough drops, spirits and liquor such as brandy, rum, and whisky, chocolate-flavored confectionery and coatings, custards, decorations, fillings and toppings, potato chips, dessert mixes, doughnuts, fish and shellfish spreads, frozen desserts, fruit preserves, glucose tablets, gravy, ice cream, pickles, sauces and dressings, soft drinks (especially colas), sweets, vinegar, and more.
Caramel color is widely approved for use in food globally but application and use level restrictions vary by country.
Ammonium sulphite caramel is approved for use as food and cosmetics coloring in EU.
In US, it is exempt from certification and permanently listed for food, drugs and cosmetics use.
The sulphite ammonia caramel is pale-yellow to a dark brown liquid prepared by the controlled heating of sugar in presence of ammonium sulphite.
This is one of the most widely used coloring agents.
In addition, it has very mild flavor and aroma which makes them suitable for the applications such as soft drink and other carbonated beverages, baked goods, coffee, chocolate syrup, pet foods, sauces, soups and others flavoring.
Sulphite ammonia caramel is the most widely produced caramel color and is commonly found in colas.
Sulphite ammonia caramel is also called as soft-drink caramel or beverage caramel due to its extensive use in the beverage industry.
Sulphite ammonia caramel is added in food and beverage to make them more appealing to consumers, and allow the consumers to identify what taste to expect from a product.
Sulphite ammonia caramel is proven to be safe, legally permitted, stable and effective in food and beverage applications.
Sulphite ammonia caramel is the most versatile coloring agent in terms of application and therefore it is one of the most widely consumed coloring ingredients in the world.
Color has always played a vital role in food selection and acceptance.
The addition of sulphite ammonia caramel in food and beverage products make up for the color that may be lost during processing, provide the products sweet flavor and help reduce batch-to-batch color variation.
Sulphite ammonia caramel restores the color of food products and therefore used a color additive.
Sulphite ammonia caramel has a burnt sugar odor, present in solid or liquid form with dark brown to black color.
Sulphite ammonia caramel is used as an emulsifier, thickener, coloring, and bulking agent in food and beverages.
Sulphite ammonia caramel is also known as sulphite ammonia caramel, sethness 858, natural brown 10, caramel liquid, and burnt sugar colouring.
About Sulphite ammonia caramel
Helpful information
Sulphite ammonia caramel is registered under the REACH Regulation and is manufactured in and / or imported to the European Economic Area, at ≥ 100 to < 1 000 tonnes per annum.
Sulphite ammonia caramel is used by consumers, in articles, by professional workers (widespread uses), in formulation or re-packing, at industrial sites and in manufacturing.
Consumer Uses
ECHA has no public registered data indicating whether or in which chemical products the substance might be used. Other release to the environment of Sulphite ammonia caramel is likely to occur from: indoor use (e.g. machine wash liquids/detergents, automotive care products, paints and coating or adhesives, fragrances and air fresheners), outdoor use, indoor use in close systems with minimal release (e.g. cooling liquids in refrigerators, oil-based electric heaters) and outdoor use in close systems with minimal release (e.g. hydraulic liquids in automotive suspension, lubricants in motor oil and break fluids).
Article service life
Release to the environment of Sulphite ammonia caramel can occur from industrial use: industrial abrasion processing with low release rate (e.g. cutting of textile, cutting, machining or grinding of metal) and of articles where the substances are not intended to be released and where the conditions of use do not promote release.
Other release to the environment of Sulphite ammonia caramel is likely to occur from: outdoor use in long-life materials with low release rate (e.g. metal, wooden and plastic construction and building materials), outdoor use in long-life materials with high release rate (e.g. tyres, treated wooden products, treated textile and fabric, brake pads in trucks or cars, sanding of buildings (bridges, facades) or vehicles (ships)) and indoor use in long-life materials with high release rate (e.g. release from fabrics, textiles during washing, removal of indoor paints).
Sulphite ammonia caramel can be found in products with material based on: plastic used for packaging (excluding food packaging).
Widespread uses by professional workers
ECHA has no public registered data indicating whether or in which chemical products the substance might be used. Sulphite ammonia caramel is used in the following areas: agriculture, forestry and fishing and health services.
Sulphite ammonia caramel is used for the manufacture of: chemicals.
Other release to the environment of Sulphite ammonia caramel is likely to occur from: indoor use (e.g. machine wash liquids/detergents, automotive care products, paints and coating or adhesives, fragrances and air fresheners), outdoor use, indoor use in close systems with minimal release (e.g. cooling liquids in refrigerators, oil-based electric heaters) and outdoor use in close systems with minimal release (e.g. hydraulic liquids in automotive suspension, lubricants in motor oil and break fluids).
Formulation or re-packing
ECHA has no public registered data indicating whether or in which chemical products the substance might be used. Release to the environment of Sulphite ammonia caramel can occur from industrial use: formulation of mixtures and formulation in materials.
Uses at industrial sites
Sulphite ammonia caramel is used in the following products: adhesives and sealants, air care products, anti-freeze products, biocides (e.g. disinfectants, pest control products), fuels, metal surface treatment products, inks and toners, laboratory chemicals, leather treatment products, lubricants and greases, plant protection products, perfumes and fragrances, pharmaceuticals, polishes and waxes, polymers, textile treatment products and dyes, washing & cleaning products, water treatment chemicals and cosmetics and personal care products.
Sulphite ammonia caramel is used in the following areas: printing and recorded media reproduction, building & construction work and health services.
Sulphite ammonia caramel is used for the manufacture of: machinery and vehicles.
Release to the environment of Sulphite ammonia caramel can occur from industrial use: in the production of articles, of substances in closed systems with minimal release, in processing aids at industrial sites, as an intermediate step in further manufacturing of another substance (use of intermediates) and as processing aid.
Manufacture
Release to the environment of Sulphite ammonia caramel can occur from industrial use: manufacturing of the substance.
IUPAC NAMES:
Caramel
Caramel (color)
caramel (colour)
CARAMEL COLOR
Caramel color
Caramel, color
SYNONYMS:
ap680
bc420(color)
burntsugar
burntsugarcoloring
c.i.naturalbrown10
caramelcolordye
ds400
CARAMEL,COLOR,NF
CARAMELCOLOURII
CARAMELCOLOUR
CARAMELCOLOURS
CARAMELCOLOUR(AMMONIA-SULPHITEPROCESS)
SULPHITEAMMONIACARAMEL
CARAMELCOLOUR(AMMONIAPROCESS)
CAUSTICCARAMEL
CARAMELCOLOUR(III)
AMMONIACARAMEL
AMMONIUMSULPHITECARAMEL
CARAMELCOLOURSII
CARAMELCOLOURIV
AMMONIASULPHITECARAMEL
AMMONIACARAMELCOLOUR
CARAMELCOLOURSI
CARAMELCOLOURI
CARAMELCOLOURSIII
CARAMELCOLOUR(AMMONIAPROCESSES)
CAUSTICSULPHITECARAMEL
CARAMELCOLOURS(AMMONIUMSULPHITEPROCESS)
CARAMELCOLOURS(AMMONIA-SULPHITEPROCESS)
CARAMELCOLOURS(AMMONIAPROCESS)
Burnt sugar coloring matter
p255
rt80
sethness858
FEMA 2235
CARAMEL I
CARAMEL IV
CARAMELL-II DOUBLE STRENGTH
CARAMELL-II SINGLE STRENGTH
CARAMELL-IV DOUBLE STRENGTH
CARAMELL-IV SINGLE STRENGTH
CARAMEL, COLOR
CARAMEL
SUGAR COLOR
Caramel,0.99
3,5-Dimethyl-1,2-cyclopentanedione
13494-07-0
3,5-Dimethyl-1,2-cyclopentadione
3,5-Dimethylcyclopentane-1,2-dione
1,2-Cyclopentanedione, 3,5-dimethyl-
Caramel
8028-89-5
caramel dione
CARAMEL COLOR A
Fema3269
DSSTox_CID_27660
DSSTox_RID_82483
DSSTox_GSID_47660
SCHEMBL873396
CHEMBL3183686
DTXSID0047660
Tox21_302565
MFCD00143076
3,5-dimethyl-cyclopentane-1,2-dione
AKOS015898994
NCGC00256668-01
AS-61756
CAS-13494-07-0
3,5-Dimethyl-1,2-cyclopentadione, >=97%
D95710
2-Hydroxy-3,5-dimethyl-2-cyclopenten-1-one, 9CI
W-108275
