colour INS 129

Allura Red AC E129

synthetic — Primarily azo dye.

🇪🇺 EU: Approved

🇺🇸 USA: Approved

🇯🇵 Japan: Approved

🇦🇺 AU/NZ: Approved

🇨🇦 Canada: Approved

Scientific Name

disodium 6-hydroxy-5-((2-methoxy-5-methyl-4-sulfophenyl)azo)-2-naphthalenesulfonate

CAS: 25956-17-6

Factual Regulatory Reference

This database provides factual regulatory information compiled from official government sources. It does not constitute medical, nutritional, or safety advice. Regulatory status varies by country and is subject to change. Always refer to your local regulatory authority for the most current information.

? Did You Know?

Beyond food, Allura Red AC is also used in cosmetics, medicine, industrial applications. Its versatility makes it one of the most multi-purpose chemical compounds in everyday life.

Detailed Regulatory Assessment

🇪🇺

European Union (EFSA)

approved Max: varies by food category mg/kg

Must carry warning: 'May have an adverse effect on activity and attention in children'

Official EFSA Link

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United States (FDA)

approved Certified color additive

Most widely used synthetic food dye in the USA

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Japan (MHLW)

approved Cat: 指定添加物

Compliant with Japanese food sanitation law.

Acceptable Daily Intake (ADI)

International Standard (JECFA)

0–7 mg/kg bw/day

mg/kg body weight per day

European Standard (EFSA)

7 mg/kg bw/day

Natural Occurrence

This additive is not known to occur naturally in significant quantities.

Manufacturing

Method: chemical synthesis

Synthesized by coupling diazotized 5-amino-4-methoxy-2-methylbenzenesulfonic acid with 6-hydroxy-2-naphthalenesulfonic acid.

Applications Beyond Food

Cosmetics

Used in various cosmetic products.

Medical

Used as a colorant in tablets and capsules.

Industrial

Used in textile dyeing.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Allura Red AC (E129)?

Allura Red AC (E129) is a colour used in food products. It is synthetic and azo dye. A synthetic red azo dye not found in nature, commonly used as a replacement for Amaranth.

What is the ADI for Allura Red AC?

The Acceptable Daily Intake (ADI) for Allura Red AC is 0–7 mg/kg bw/day as established by JECFA (Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives). ADI represents the amount that can be consumed daily over a lifetime without appreciable health risk.

What foods contain Allura Red AC?

Allura Red AC is used in various food categories including Other confectionery, Chewing gum. It is used as a colour in these products.

Is Allura Red AC the same as Red 40?

Yes, Allura Red AC is also known as Red 40, FD&C Red No. 40, CI 16035. These are different names for the same substance.