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Effective Date: 6th January 2022

Altratene Apocarotenal 70/30 Next Review Date: 6th January 2025

Description: Altratene Apocarotenal 70/30 is a dark red liquid containing 1.4% β-Apo-8´-Carotenal
E160e and 0.6% β-Carotene E160a(i) dispersed in Medium Chain Triglycerides and
dl-α-Tocopherol. The β-Apo-8´-Carotenal and β-Carotene meet the latest editions of JECFA,
FCC and EU Regulation No. 231/2012 of 9. March 2012.

Chemical Structure:
(β-Apo-8´-carotenal)

C30H40O MW 416.6
Specifications: Appearance Dark red liquid
β-Apo-8’-Carotenal content Minimum 1.4%
β-Carotene content Minimum 0.6%
Heavy Metals (as Pb) Maximum 5ppm
Lead Maximum 2ppm
Arsenic Maximum 2ppm
Mercury Maximum 1ppm
Cadmium Maximum 1ppm
Total Plate Count Maximum 5x102 CFU/g
Mold ＆ Yeasts Maximum 50 CFU/g
Enterobacteria Maximum 10 CFU/g
E. coli Negative
Salmonella spp. Negative
Staphylococcus aureus Negative

Dispersibility: Altratene Apocarotenal 70/30 is soluble in oils and fats.

Storage and Altratene Apocarotenal 70/30 is sensitive to air, humidity, light and heat. The shelf life of
stability: the product is 24 months when stored in the unopened original packaging at a
temperature between 5~25℃. The “best use before” date is stated on the label. Once
opened, use contents as quickly as possible.

Use: As a coloring agent and/or nutrient for food products with an oil phase such as processed
cheese, margarine, vegetable oil, mayonnaise, dressing, dairy products, soup, sauce,
sweets and pastry.

Safety Information: This product is safe for its intended purpose. Avoid inhalation, ingestion or direct contact
by using appropriate protective measures and personal hygiene.

Corporate Headquarters Europe Subsidiary Shanghai Subsidiary

Allied Biotech Corporation Allied Biotech Europe GmbH Allied Biotech Shanghai Co., Ltd
13th. FL, No. 71 Tun Hua S. Rd. Sec.2 Ludwig-Erhard-Allee 10 Room 1302, No.211, Jingang Rd.
Taipei City, Taiwan 76131 Karlsruhe, Germany Pudong, Shanghai, China
Tel : +886-2-2703-0209 Tel : + 49-721-5099-8742 Tel : + 86-21-6101-9990
Fax: +886-2-2703-0289 Fax: + 49-721-5099-8701 Fax: + 86-21-6121-2503
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Effective Date: 6th January 2022
Altratene Apocarotenal 70/30 Next Review Date: 6th January 2025

EU Allergens List Cereals containing gluten ( i.e. wheat, rye, barley, oats, spelt, Not present
*) Regulation (EU) kamut or their hybridised strains) and products thereof
No 1169/2011 Crustaceans Not present
(Annex II)
Eggs Not present
Fish Not present
Milk Not present
Nuts i. e. Almond (Amygdalus communis L.), Hazelnut (Corylus Not present
avellana), Walnut (Juglans regia), Cashew (Anacardium
occidentale), Pecan nut (Carya illinoiesis(Wangenh.) K. Koch),
Brazil nut (Bertholletia excelsa), Pistachio nut (Pistacia vera),
Macadamia
Sesame Not present
Soybeans Not present
Sulphur dioxide and sulphites Not present
Celery Not present
Mustard Not present
Lupin Not present
Molluscs Not present
Peanuts Not present

Dietary Status Vegan Suitable

Kosher Certified
Halal Certified
Organic Not Organic

GMO Status According to Regulations (EC) No. 1829/2003, No. 1830/2003 and Directive 2001/18/EC, a
specific GMO related labelling is not required for this product.

Nano Status According to EU legislation this product does not meet the definition 'engineered
nanomaterial’ and therefore does not require labelling.

Palm oil status This product is contained Medium Chain Triglycerides from palm oil.

Country of Origin Taiwan

This information is provided based on current knowledge and experience. It does not relieve the end user or processor from testing and
taking own precautions. Any existing legislation, regulations and relevant rights must be observed by the user.

Corporate Headquarters Europe Subsidiary Shanghai Subsidiary

Allied Biotech Corporation Allied Biotech Europe GmbH Allied Biotech Shanghai Co., Ltd
13th. FL, No. 71 Tun Hua S. Rd. Sec.2 Ludwig-Erhard-Allee 10 Room 1302, No.211, Jingang Rd.
Taipei City, Taiwan 76131 Karlsruhe, Germany Pudong, Shanghai, China
Tel : +886-2-2703-0209 Tel : + 49-721-5099-8742 Tel : + 86-21-6101-9990
Fax: +886-2-2703-0289 Fax: + 49-721-5099-8701 Fax: + 86-21-6121-2503