Butterfly pea flower water extract as a color additive is mainly used in the following food categories:
(1) Alcoholic beverages (spirits, liqueurs and flavored alcoholic beverages);
(2) Ready-to-drink non-alcoholic beverages;
(3) Liquid coffee cream (dairy products) And non-dairy products);
(4) ice cream and frozen dairy desserts;
(5) fruit preparation in yogurt;
(6) chewing gum;
(7) coated nuts;
(8) hard candies;
(9) soft candies.
Based on the data and information in the previous application and other relevant information available, the FDA has concluded that the water extract of butterfly pea flower is safe to use as a color additive for the above foods, provided that the amount of water extract of butterfly pea flower does not exceed the compliance level. The level of production specifications.
