Ponceau 4R

E124
Hazard level: High health concern

What is Ponceau 4R?

Synthetic red azo dye. Banned in Norway and US due to carcinogenicity concerns and child hyperactivity.

Is Ponceau 4R safe?

Ponceau 4R is a high health concern. Consider limiting products that contain it.

Score impact: −15 points on the FoodsScan score

Regulatory sources: EFSA, FDA

Also known as

ponceau 4r e124 понсо 4r cochineal red a ci 16255

Products containing Ponceau 4R

Strawberry Cream Rolls 8606103924025
Sweet Popcorn Rainbow 4751028310614

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