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Ponceau 4R E124, Tartrazine E102, Sunset Yellow E110, Carmoisine E122, Allura Red E129, Brilliant Blue E133, Pea Green E133+E102, Erythrosine E127, Black PN E151, Quinoline Yellow E104, Chocolate Brown HT E155

Ponceau 4R, Tartrazine, Sunset Yellow , Carmoisine, Allura Red, Brilliant Blue, Pea Green, Erythrosine, Black PN, Quinoline Yellow, Chocolate Brown HT

Summary of Common Synthetic Food Dyes (E Codes)

The food dyes listed below are synthetic or (in some cases) nature-identical colorants widely used in food, beverages, confectionery, baked goods, and some cosmetic or pharmaceutical products. Each provides a distinct color tone and is identified internationally by its E code.

Food Dye List

Turkish Name English Name Color Index No. E Code Packaging Options Color Tone
Ponceau 4R Ponceau 4R 16255 E124 1 / 2.5 / 5 / 25 KG 🔴 Red
Tartrazine Tartrazine 19140 E102 1 / 2.5 / 5 / 25 KG 🟡 Yellow
Sunset Yellow Sunset Yellow 15985 E110 1 / 2.5 / 5 / 25 KG 🟠 Orange
Carmoisine Carmoisine 14720 E122 1 / 2.5 / 5 / 25 KG ❤️ Crimson
Allura Red Allura Red 16035 E129 1 / 2.5 / 5 / 25 KG 🔴 Bright Red
Brilliant Blue Brilliant Blue 42090 E133 1 / 2.5 / 5 / 25 KG 🔵 Blue
Pea Green Pea Green 42053 E133 + E102 1 / 2.5 / 5 / 25 KG 🟢 Green
Erythrosine Erythrosine 45430 E127 1 / 2.5 / 5 / 25 KG 💗 Pink–Red
Black PN Black PN 28440 E151 1 / 2.5 / 5 / 25 KG ⚫ Black
Quinoline Yellow Quinoline Yellow 47005 E104 1 / 2.5 / 5 / 25 KG 💛 Yellow‑Green
Chocolate Brown HT Chocolate Brown HT 20285 E155 1 / 2.5 / 5 / 25 KG 🤎 Brown

General Description

Dye Description
Ponceau 4R (E124, CI 16255) Synthetic red colorant. Used in confectionery, beverages, and baked goods.
Tartrazine (E102, CI 19140) Bright yellow colorant. Common in soft drinks, desserts, and sauces.
Sunset Yellow (E110, CI 15985) Provides an orange tone. Used in confectionery, ice cream, and beverages.
Carmoisine (E122, CI 14720) Crimson (cherry red) tone. Preferred in desserts, jellies, and beverages.
Allura Red (E129, CI 16035) Known as "Flag Red" (bright red). Used in confectionery, beverages, and sauces.
Brilliant Blue (E133, CI 42090) Bright blue pigment. Common in soft drinks, confectionery, and ice cream.
Pea Green (CI 42053, typically E102 + E133 blend) Provides a green tone. Used in confectionery and decorative products.
Erythrosine (E127, CI 45430) Pink-red colorant. Used in confectionery and some pharmaceutical coatings.
Black PN (E151, CI 28440) Black pigment. Preferred in liqueurs, sauces, and decorative products.
Quinoline Yellow (E104, CI 47005) Provides a yellow-green tone. Used in beverages and desserts.
Chocolate Brown HT (E155, CI 20285) Brown pigment. Used in cakes, biscuits, and chocolate products.

Important Notes

  • Solubility: These dyes are water‑soluble synthetic colorants.

  • E Codes: These codes are used by the European Union to identify food additives.

  • Applications: Uses may extend beyond food to cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and some industrial products.

  • Packaging Options: Typically available in 1 kg, 2.5 kg, 5 kg, and 25 kg packaging, suitable for both small‑scale and industrial production.

  • Regulatory Status: Some of these dyes are restricted or banned in certain countries (e.g., E127, E151, E155 are not approved for food use in the USA). Always check local regulations.

  • EU Warning Label: Most of these synthetic dyes (E102, E104, E110, E122, E124, E129, E151) require a warning label in the EU: "May have an adverse effect on activity and attention in children."

  • Natural Alternatives: For each synthetic dye, natural alternatives exist (e.g., beetroot red instead of E124, curcumin instead of E102, caramel instead of E155, spirulina instead of E133).

Health and Safety Summary

E Code Name Main Risk EU Warning Label USA Status
E102 Tartrazine Allergies, hyperactivity Yes Permitted
E104 Quinoline Yellow Allergies, hyperactivity Yes Not permitted
E110 Sunset Yellow Allergies, hyperactivity Yes Permitted
E122 Carmoisine Allergies, hyperactivity Yes Not permitted
E124 Ponceau 4R Allergies, hyperactivity Yes Not permitted
E127 Erythrosine Thyroid effects, hyperactivity Yes Banned (phased)
E129 Allura Red Allergies, hyperactivity Yes Permitted
E133 Brilliant Blue Hyperactivity (low) Yes Permitted
E151 Black PN Allergies, hyperactivity Yes Not permitted
E155 Chocolate Brown HT Allergies, hyperactivity Yes Not permitted

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