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E122 is a food additive approved by the European Union
(EU).
It is used as a synthetic colouring agent in food and drink products,
as well as in cosmetics.
The common names for E122 are Azorubin and Carmoisine.
E122 is a red, synthetic coal tar food colouring that
is highly soluble in water. It tends to be used in fermented
foods that require treatment by heat.
E122 is thought by some to worsen asthma
and cause allergic reactions in individuals allergic to aspirin. When
taken
in
combination
with benzoates, E122 is also suspected of inducing
hyperactivity in children. Individuals with intolerance to salicylates
may also find
that
they are
intolerant to E122, due to the colouring being an azo
dye. E122 is banned in the United Sates, Sweden, Norway,
and Austria.
Examples of food/drink products that may include E122:
Marzipan, sweets, jams, sauces and soups.
Note(1) that the list of Food
Additives (E Numbers) included in this section and listed on the left
is subject to change as chemicals are added and/or removed by the EU
Regulatory Authorities. IvyRose cannot guarantee that this list complete.
Note(2) These numbers are also used in Australia and
New Zealand but without the E.
Government
approvals and other regulatory details are subject to change.
This entry was added in good faith on 31 July 2008. For current
details check with relevant authorities.
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