Is Anthocyanins vegan?
Anthocyanins
Anthocyanins are a group of water-soluble flavonoid pigments responsible for the red, purple, and blue colours of many fruits, vegetables, and flowers. They are extracted from plant materials such as berries, grapes, and red cabbage, and are used as natural food colourants (E163). They are exclusively plant-derived.
| Also known as | 205-125-6, 205-127-7, 208-437-0, 211-403-8, 3,5,7-trihydroxy-2-(4-hydroxy-3,5-dimethoxyphenyl)-1-benzopyrylium chloride, Anthocyanidins, ANTHOCYANINS, Anthocyanins (Cyanidin, Peonidin, Malvidin, Delphinidin, Petunidin, Pelargonidin), Plant flavonoid pigments, Red grape skin extract |
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| INCI name | Anthocyanins |
| E number | E163 |
| INS number | 163 |
| CAS number | 11029-12-2 |
| EC number | 208-438-6 |
| CosIng ID | 31949 |
| Last reviewed | 16 April 2026 |
An ingredient is considered vegan if it contains no animal-derived components at any point in its production.
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