Allura Red AC

Synthetic azo dye (disodium 6-hydroxy-5-[(2-methoxy-5-methyl-4-sulfonatophenyl)azo]-2-naphthalenesulfonate).

Red coloring in beverages, confectionery, and processed foods.

Part of EU attention/hyperactivity warning group for specified dyes in children's products.

Rare hypersensitivity reactions. Azo dye intolerance possible.

Permitted in the EU with labelling requirements for certain dye combinations.

Allura Red AC is approved in the U.S. as the certified color FD&C Red No. 40. It is among the most widely used synthetic food colors in the U.S. and requires FDA batch certification. EU hyperactivity-related warnings for certain dye combinations do not apply under U.S. law.

Food-category maximum levels in EU Annex II Part E.

0–7 mg/kg body weight per day (JECFA).