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Is Caustic Sulphite Caramel vegan?

Caustic Sulphite Caramel

Vegan

Caustic sulphite caramel is a caramel colour produced by heating carbohydrates with sulphite compounds and caustic agents. It is used as a brown food colourant.

Also known as Caramel color E150b, Caramel colour class II, Caustic sulfite caramel, Sulfite caramel, Sulphite caramel
E number E150B
Last reviewed 22 April 2026

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