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Ponceau 6R. Delisted ​

Basic Information ​

FieldContent
Chinese namePonceau 6R. Delisted
English namePonceau 6R. Delisted
INS/E numberINS 126
Functional classColour
Year adopted1964
Approved byTo be added.

What is it? ​

Ponceau 6R (INS 126) is a synthetic azo red colour that has been delisted and is no longer used as a food additive.

Source ​

Industrial:重氮化-偶合反应合成后纯化

Why is it used? ​

  • (Historical) provided a red colour to foods

Common Foods ​

  • (Historical) beverages
  • Confectionery

Safety ​

因安全性担忧已在多数地区退市,目前无有效批准。

ADI (Acceptable Daily Intake):Not applicable (evaluated, no limit set)

Concerns:

  • 已在多数法域退市

Usage Standard ​

China:曾列入标准,现已撤销

In a nutshell ​

Ponceau 6R is a delisted synthetic red colour.

Consumer Advice ​

Ponceau 6R is a synthetic red azo dye that was once a candidate food colour. Because of insufficient safety data it has been banned in the European Union since 1976 and is not listed in China's standards. It should not be present in legitimate foods.

Dietary Restrictions ​

  • Vegan: ✅
  • Halal: ✅
  • Kosher: ✅

Allergens ​

✅ Free from common allergens

Disclaimer ​

The information provided here is for discussion and educational purposes only. It is not medical advice or an evaluation/rating of any product or ingredient. This information may not apply to you; before using or taking any action, you should contact the manufacturer, vendor, medical, dietary, fitness, or other professionals. If you use any information provided here, you do so at your own risk.