Carminic Acid (E120)

E120b
Hazard level: Moderate health concern

What is Carminic Acid (E120)?

Insect-derived red colorant (cochineal); known allergen for a small subset of people.

Is Carminic Acid (E120) safe?

Carminic Acid (E120) is a moderate health concern — best consumed in moderation.

Score impact: −5 points on the FoodsScan score

Also known as

karmin acid

Products containing Carminic Acid (E120)

Локум роза 3800205072058
Локумена вафла с вкус на ягода 3800205073246
Swiss roll strawberry 3800213622368

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