Tag: RED
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E142 – Green S (Acid Green 50)
E142 – Green S (Acid Green 50) is a synthetic triarylmethane dye used for coloring canned peas, sauces, and sweets. Learn why it is banned in the US and Canada, allowed in the EU with limits, and graded RED – UNSAFE for allergy and hyperactivity concerns.
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E952 – Cyclamic Acid and Cyclamates
United States Food and Drug Administration does not approve cyclamates for food use. The European Union authorises E952 with maximum use levels -Acceptable Daily Intake (ADI) of 7 mg/kg body weight.
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E124 – Ponceau 4R
Ponceau 4R (E124) is a synthetic red azo dye banned in the US and Canada, allowed under restrictions in the EU, and linked to health concerns including hyperactivity and allergic reactions. Classified RED – UNSAFE.
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E171 – Titanium dioxide
Titanium dioxide (E171) is a whitening/opacity agent banned in the EU (2022) after EFSA concluded it can no longer be considered safe. Still permitted in the US up to 1% by weight.
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E128 – Red 2G
Red 2G (E128) is a synthetic azo dye, banned in the EU since 2007 due to carcinogenic concerns.
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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.