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Colorant
Colorant by Dr. Oetker provides 263 kcal per 100 g, with 46 g of sugars and 0.4 g of protein. That is 151% more sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is D and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Food colorings category and comes in a 4x10g pack.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Category avg |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 263 kcal | 182 +45% |
| Total fat | 0.2 g | 4.3 −95% |
| Saturated fat | 0.1 g | 2.2 −96% |
| Carbohydrates | 64 g | 34.6 +85% |
| Total sugars | 46 g | 18.3 +151% |
| Added sugars | 75.4 g | 22.4 +236% |
| Protein | 0.4 g | 2.6 −85% |
| Salt | 0.2 g | 1.6 −89% |
*% Daily Value for 100 g, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 171 Food colorings products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other food colorings
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Sirop de glucose, sUcre, eau, colorants (E 120, E 161b,E 100, E 133), colorants alimen taires (concentrés de carthame et de citron), gelifiant (E 407), acidifiant (E270, E 330,E 260, E325), conservateur (E 202)
Additives 10
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 4x10g
- Sold in
- France
- Barcode
- 5410231053921
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Colorant?
Colorant contains 263 kcal per 100 g.
How much sugar is in Colorant?
Colorant has 46 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered high by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Colorant healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of D (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Is Colorant vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated August 1, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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