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E152❌ Avoid
Carbon black (hydrocarbon)
Category
Colours
Function
Black
EU: Not ApprovedUS: Not Approved
Notes
Carbon black. Not approved as food additive in EU or US (technical grade used in some countries).
Avoid. Banned or considered harmful; avoid consumption.
Official Sources
- EU Register — EU Register entry for E152(2026-07-01, tier 1)
- EFSA — EFSA OpenFood Tox database(2026-07-01, tier 1)
- FDA — FDA Substances Added to Food (search: E152)(2026-07-01, tier 1)
- Codex Alimentarius — Codex GSFA entry for E152(2026-07-01, tier 2)
Last checked: 2026-07-13