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E102
Tartrazine
A synthetic yellow azo dye used to color food and drinks.
i Additive Details
| Is E102 Tartrazine safe?
Products containing E102 must carry the EU warning 'may have an adverse effect on activity and attention in children' (Regulation EC 1333/2008). Reactions are reported in some individuals with aspirin/salicylate sensitivity and a subset of people with asthma.
| Uses
Provides a vivid lemon-yellow color in soft drinks, candy, fruit-flavored desserts, mustard, pickles, ice cream, cereals, and a wide range of snacks and baked goods. Also used in some medications and supplements.
| Interactions
Often co-formulated with other synthetic colors such as E110 (sunset yellow) and E124 (ponceau 4R). The same warning label applies to those colors when used together.
| Origin
Synthetic. Derived from petroleum-based aromatic hydrocarbons through azo coupling.
| Daily Intake
EFSA confirmed an Acceptable Daily Intake (ADI) of 7.5 mg per kg of body weight (2009 re-evaluation).
Information is sourced from public regulatory bodies (EFSA, FDA, WHO) and is for reference only. Always read the package and consult a healthcare professional for medical advice.
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- E171 Titanium dioxide A white mineral pigment used as a colorant and opacifier.
- E104 Quinoline yellow A synthetic greenish-yellow dye of the quinophthalone class, used to colour food, drink and medicines.
- E110 Sunset yellow FCF A synthetic orange-yellow azo dye, known in the United States as FD&C Yellow No. 6.
- E122 Azorubine (carmoisine) A synthetic bluish-red azo dye, also sold under the name carmoisine.
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