Caramel
(Caramel Color)CAS number: 8028-89-5
Synonyms: Burnt sugar coloring; Burnt sugar; Caramel color; Natural Brown 10
Industry claims used in: baked goods, beverages, frozen dairy desserts, and candy
Possible physical or functional effects: Flavoring agents and adjuvants; Processing aids
Properties: industry claims FDA GRAS; used in smokeless tobacco
Toxicology: Mutagenic data; may reduce wh. blood cells and destroy vitamin B6; heated to decomp., emits acrid smoke and irritating fumes