What is E175?

Gold is a chemical element; its chemical symbol is Au and atomic number 79. In its pure form, it is a bright-metallic-yellow, dense, soft, malleable, and ductile metal. E175 sits in the E100–E199 series, which in the EU classification mainly covers colours.

What is E175 used for?

E175 belongs to the colours group. Colours are added to give or restore colour to food. Some are natural, like curcumin from turmeric; some synthetic dyes are debated and require warning labels in the EU.

Is E175 safe?

E175 is considered safe at the levels used in food and is approved for use in the EU. “Safe” means it is approved in the EU and regarded as safe at the levels used in food.

How E175 appears on labels

On food packaging you'll find E175 either as the number “E175” or by the name “Gold” in the ingredient list, often after its function. Ingredients are listed in descending order by weight, so an additive near the end is present only in small amounts.

Is E175 vegan?

Yes, E175 is suitable for vegans.