Allura Red AC
Food Dye
Red 40 is a synthetic food coloring used to make foods look more appealing. It's commonly found in candies, baked goods, and some soft drinks.
Source: EFSA assessment
Some studies have linked Red 40 to hyperactivity in children, but the evidence is not conclusive, and the European Food Safety Authority has deemed it safe for consumption.
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Identification and determination of synthetic colors in fine bakery wares (cakes) sold in Riyadh City, Saudi Arabia: a comparative study of the specifications set by the Gulf standardization organization and the European Union.
Al Fayez MM, Alyousef KI, Al Tamran BI
2026
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Last updated: May 16, 2026