Does Red food color contain artificial dyes?

Yes, Red food color contains 2 artificial dyes: Red 3, Red 40.

Is Red food color safe for kids with dye sensitivity?

Red food color contains artificial dyes (Red 3, Red 40) which have been linked to hyperactivity in some children. Consider dye-free alternatives.

Name: Red food color
Brand: McCormick

by McCormick

Barcode: 0052100070919

This product contains artificial food coloring.

Red 3Red 40

Red 3 (Erythrosine, E127)

Red 40 (Allura Red AC, E129)

water, propylene glycol, fd,c red 40(e129), fd,c red 3(e127), 0,1% propylparaben (e216) (preservative)

Does Red food color contain Red 40?

Yes, Red food color contains Red 40 (Allura Red AC, E129).

Does Red food color contain Yellow 5?

No, Red food color does not contain Yellow 5.

Want to learn more? Read about Red 40 side effects, the FDA food dye ban, or how to read food labels for dyes.

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