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Send EmailChlorophyll E140i, CI 75810, Natural Green 3, Chlorophyll A, Magnesium Chlorophyll, Green Food Dye, 1406-65-1
CAS: 1406-65-1
EINECS: 215-800-7
Definition Known as E 140, which is responsible for the green color of most plants (including chlorophyll a and chlorophyll b).
E 140 molecules are the main sites of light absorption in the light-dependent reactions of photosynthesis.
They are magnesium-containing porphyrins chemically related to cytochrome and hemoglobin.
E 140 is a natural pigment of plant-derived chlorophyll. The natural pigment consists of E 140-containing substances (extracted from a plant), Gum Arabic and Lactose. The dispersibility of E 140 in water is improved by drying the mixture of these substances.
E 140 is a dark green powder with a characteristic odor.
E 140 forms a suspension with water. The color of the pigment is
Source:
Natural green color present in all plants and algae. Commercially extracted from nettles, grasses and clover.
Function and Properties:
Green, water-soluble food colorant.
Products:
Many products.
Acceptable daily intake:
Not determined.
Side effects:
No known side effects.
Limitations on use:
None; E140 can be consumed by all religious groups, vegans and vegetarians.
