LYCOPENE

Overview

Chemical Names
gamma,gamma-Carotene
CAS number
502-65-8
INS
160d
Functional Class
Food Additives
COLOUR
INS matches
160d

Evaluations

Evaluation year: 2009

ADI:
NOT SPECIFIED

Comments:
Group ADI “not specified” for lycopene from all sources when used as food colour. Hence, the previous group ADI of 0–0.5 mg/kg for lycopene has been withdrawn. The group ADI “not specified” applies to synthetic lycopene, lycopene derived from the fungus Blakeslea trispora and lycopene extract from tomato that comply with the specifications, when used in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practice.
Meeting:
21
Specs Code:
O
Report: 
TRS 956-JECFA 71
Tox Monograph: 
FAS 62-JECFA 71

Evaluation year: 1977

ADI:
DECISION POSTPONED
Report: 
TRS 617-JECFA 21/20
Previous Years:
1977, TRS 617-JECFA 21
1977, TRS 617-JECFA 21