Vegan alternatives for Carmine
These ingredients serve the same function as Carmine and are classified as vegan in our database.
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.
Beetroot Red
Beetroot red (E162), also known as betanin, is a natural red food colorant extracted from beetroot (Beta vulgaris). It belongs to the betalain pigment family and is used as a colorant in various food products. It is exclusively of plant origin.
Food Red 17
FD&C Red 40, also known as Allura Red AC, is a synthetic azo dye certified by the FDA for use in food, drugs, and cosmetics. It is derived from coal tar or petroleum and produces a red to orange-red colour. It is not derived from insects.
