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Zeaxanthin, synthetic (161h(i))

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GSFA Provisions for Zeaxanthin, synthetic

Table Items Number Category MaxLevel Notes
Table Item 01.1.4 Flavoured fluid milk drinks 100 mg/kg
400: For use in products conforming to the Standard for Fermented Milk (CODEX STAN 243- 2003) at 150 mg/kg. 52: Excluding chocolate milk.
Note: Unless otherwise specified, food additive provisions apply to the food category indicated (e.g. Dairy), as well as to all subcategories of that category (e.g. Cheese, Ripened Cheese, etc.).