Ingredient Data
Vegan Status
Vegan
E-Number
E140
Also Known As
Chlorophyll a; Chlorophyll b; Chlorophyllins (E141); Copper chlorophyllin
Source
Extracted from plant material — primarily grass, nettles, spinach, or other green plants. The copper complex version (E141) is derived similarly but modified with copper ions.
Commonly Found In
Green sweets, ice cream, chewing gum, savoury sauces, some spirits (green absinthe), health products.
Vegan Alternative
No substitute needed — E140 and E141 are vegan.