Category: Colours
100–199 – COLOURS
100–107 Yellows
110–111 Oranges
120–129 Reds
130–139 Blues and violets
140–149 Greens
150–159 Browns and blacks
160–199 Gold and others
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E123 – Amaranth
Amaranth (E123) is a synthetic red azo dye banned in the US and many countries due to cancer risk. Still permitted in limited EU uses, it is classified as UNSAFE and should be avoided.
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E129 – Allura Red AC
Allura Red AC (E129), also known as FD&C Red No. 40 in the United States, is a bright red azo dye used extensively in beverages, confectionery, dairy desserts, baked goods, and pharmaceuticals.
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E102 – Tartrazine
Tartrazine (E102) is a synthetic lemon-yellow azo dye used widely in processed foods, beverages, medicines, and cosmetics.


