Allura Red AC

E129
Hazard level: Moderate health concern Colourant (E100–199)

What is Allura Red AC?

Synthetic red food dye. Part of the Southampton Six linked to hyperactivity in children.

Is Allura Red AC safe?

Allura Red AC is a moderate health concern — best consumed in moderation.

Score impact: −5 points on the FoodsScan score (FoodsScan scores run 0–100, where 100 is best.)

Found in 22 of 12,846 analysed products in the FoodsScan database.

Regulatory sources: EFSA

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Also known as

Allura Red AC is also known as e129, red 40, ci 16035, алура ред, allura red — these all refer to the same ingredient.

allura red ac allura red e129 алура ред red 40 fd&c red 40 ci 16035

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Products containing Allura Red AC

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