E-number  · E175

E175 — Gold

Metallic gold decoration. Vegan.

The entry Reference notes, kept short.

What it is

E175 is metallic gold, used as a decorative coating. Edible gold leaf.

Why it matters

The gold dust and leaf used on luxury chocolates, celebration cakes, and some cocktails. Pure 23–24 carat to qualify as food-grade.

What to do

Always vegan.

Sources Where the entry is drawn from.
  • Vegan Society additives database