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E102 is a food additive approved by the European Union
(EU).
It is used as a synthetic colouring agent in food products.
The common name for E102 is Tartrazine.
E102 gives a yellow colour to food products and is
very soluble in water. The colouring is derived from coal tar.
The colouring may worsen the symptoms of asthma and bring about allergic
reactions in many people, such as migraines and skin irritation. E102 has
also been known to cause hyperactivity and is banned in Norway and Austria.
Examples of food/drink products that may include E102:
Sweets, cordials, soft drinks, canned fish, jams and cereal.
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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