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E122❌ Avoid

Carmoisine (azorubine)

Category

Colours

Function

Red to maroon

EU: ApprovedUS: Banned

Notes

Banned in Canada | Voluntary phase-out | EU evaluating health risks

Avoid. Banned or considered harmful; avoid consumption.

Official Sources

EU Register — EU Register entry for E122(2026-07-01, tier 1)
EFSA — EFSA OpenFood Tox database(2026-07-01, tier 1)
FDA — FDA Substances Added to Food (search: E122)(2026-07-01, tier 1)
Codex Alimentarius — Codex GSFA entry for E122(2026-07-01, tier 2)

Last checked: 2026-07-13