What is APOCAROTENAL? | What Is That Ingredient

What is APOCAROTENAL?

It is a red or yellow pigment (carotenoid) used in foods, pharmaceuticals and cosmetic products. Depending on the product forms, apocarotenal is used in fat based food (margarine, sauces, salad dressing), beverages, dairy products and sweets.

Where does APOCAROTENAL come from?

Apocarotenal is found in spinach and citrus fruits.

More information about APOCAROTENAL.

Apocarotenal plays a role as a precursor of vitamin A, even though it has 50% less pro-vitamin A activity than beta-carotene.

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