Red 40

Caution artificial color

Most widely used food dye in the US. Linked to hyperactivity in children (Southampton study). Banned in some European products for children. CSPI and AAP recommend avoidance for ADHD-sensitive children.

Source: FSA Southampton Study 2007; EFSA 2009 ADI 7 mg/kg; FDA certified color

Also Known As

["allura red" "E129" "FD&C Red No. 40" "CI 16035" "allura red AC"]

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