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Carmine

Carminic Acid (Cochineal Extract)E120colorant

FDA Status

Approved

A natural red dye derived from crushed cochineal insects. Must be declared on labels due to documented allergic reactions.

Concerns

CAERS Adverse Events

No adverse event reports found.

CAERS data is voluntary. Reports indicate correlation, not causation. About CAERS

International Status

European Union
approved
Canada
approved

Commonly Found In

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