Safflower concentrate
What is Safflower concentrate?
Safflower concentrate is a food ingredient derived from the petals of the safflower plant (*Carthamus tinctorius*). The petals are processed to extract and concentrate their natural pigments, which are primarily yellow and red.
Is Safflower concentrate vegan?
Safflower concentrate is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Safflower concentrate a major allergen?
Safflower concentrate is not derived from any of the 14 major allergens that UK law requires to be emphasised on food labels.
What is Safflower concentrate used for?
It is used as a natural food colouring, providing vibrant yellow and red hues to a variety of products.
Is Safflower concentrate safe?
Safflower concentrate is authorised as a food additive in Great Britain and is listed in the Register of Food Additive Authorisations.
Why it's used
It is used as a natural food colouring, providing vibrant yellow and red hues to a variety of products. Manufacturers add it to candies, yogurts, and other confectionery items to enhance their visual appeal.
Health notes
Safflower concentrate is authorised as a food additive in Great Britain and is listed in the Register of Food Additive Authorisations. EFSA has evaluated it, and it is permitted for use in certain food categories under specified conditions. At typical intake levels found in food, it is not associated with adverse health effects. There are no widespread controversies regarding its use as a food colouring.
Allergen info
Safflower concentrate is not derived from any of the 14 major allergens that UK law requires to be emphasised on food labels. It is not a significant allergen.
Foods that contain Safflower concentrate
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