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E129

E129 , Allura Red AC

High risk Controversial colourant

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E129 (Allura Red AC) is classified as high risk in the NutriDécrypte encyclopedia. It is flagged as controversial by independent reviewers. Banned or restricted in : Norway. Risk levels follow the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) and ANSES reviews, published on the official registries.

Why this classification

Synthetic red common in sweets and cereals. Mandatory warning on EU labels.

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Norway

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