EFSA toxicology reference values
Annatto bixin
Annatto bixin (CAS 6983-79-5). Cannabis testing data across 0 states. Action levels when present, testing requirements, compliance status.
Annatto bixin is a cannabis analyte contaminant represented in the cannabis public dataset.
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EFSA Reference Values
Reference values from efsa_reference_values_v2 for toxicology and food-safety context.
| Descriptor | Value | Population | Endpoint | Body |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ADI | 6 mg/kg bw/day | consumers | - | - |
EFSA Study Results
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| Endpoint | Species | Route | Effect | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carcinogenicity_EU_PPP | - | - | - | Following a request for technical assistance, EFSA carried out an exposure assessment of the colouring principles bixin and norbixin of the food colour annatto extracts (E 160b), from its use as a food additive, taking into account new proposed uses and use levels. |
| Genetic Toxicity | - | - | - | Following a request for technical assistance, EFSA carried out an exposure assessment of the colouring principles bixin and norbixin of the food colour annatto extracts (E 160b), from its use as a food additive, taking into account new proposed uses and use levels. |
Cross-Reference to Chemicals / Cosmetics / Food
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Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the regulatory limit for Annatto bixin in cannabis?
Annatto bixin does not have a numeric cannabis_contaminant_tests range in the fetched page data. The current page query does not expose a separate action-limit column.
Which states test for Annatto bixin?
Annatto bixin does not have state-level cannabis testing rows in the fetched page data.
What are the EFSA reference values for Annatto bixin?
Annatto bixin has 1 EFSA OpenFoodTox reference value row in the cannabis database, including ADI.
Is Annatto bixin also regulated in cosmetics or food?
Annatto bixin has a cosmetics ingredient cross-reference with EU status permitted. EFSA food/toxicology context is available on this page.