E150d: Sulphite Ammonia Caramel
Main role: brown coloring
Also listed as: Class IV caramel, sulfite ammonia caramel
What is E150d (Sulphite Ammonia Caramel)?
E150d is Class IV caramel color, produced from carbohydrates using both sulfite and ammonium compounds. Its properties make it useful in some acidic beverages. It is a coloring preparation, so the name does not describe the quantity of sugar in the finished drink.
What does it do in food?
Its main role is brown coloring. Coloring changes appearance. It does not establish the amount of fruit, vegetables, vitamins, or minerals in a serving. Different pigment preparations can have different processing properties and permitted uses.
Food and formulation examples
- Cola-style drinks
- Sauces
- Brown-colored beverage concentrates
These examples describe formulation roles, not a list of unrestricted legal uses. Availability and permitted applications differ by country and food category.
Label names and ingredient questions
Look for E150d, E 150d, or the ingredient name. Related names and label terms include Class IV caramel, sulfite ammonia caramel. A family code can cover more than one specified form; check the full declaration when the distinction matters.
Class IV caramel and plain caramel use different processing routes. Assess a cola using its whole ingredient and nutrition label; the presence of E150d alone does not establish the drink's nutritional quality.
Is E150d safe?
There is no meaningful personal risk estimate from an E number alone. Food-grade specifications, allowed uses, amount consumed, and individual circumstances all matter. The authorization record below gives the legal scope; it is not a claim that every possible use is appropriate.
A label identifies the ingredient but usually not its concentration. Calculating daily intake requires the amount in the food and the quantities eaten.
Authorization and conditions of use
The Great Britain food additive register lists E150d as Sulphite ammonia caramel. This is an entry subject to its stated conditions, not unrestricted permission for every food. The record links to the applicable authorization terms. For an EU product, use the European Commission food additive database to check the relevant food category and limits. Other countries may use different names or rules.