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Is Caustic Sulphite Caramel vegetarian?

Caustic Sulphite Caramel

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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, E 150, E150, INS 150, Sulfite caramel, Sulphite caramel
E number E150b
INS number 150b
Last reviewed 14 July 2026

An ingredient is considered vegetarian if it avoids components derived from killing an animal.

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