E104

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E-numbers (Colours).

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E104 is a food additive approved by the European Union (EU). It is used as a synthetic colouring agent in food and drink products, as well as in cosmetics.

The common name for E104 is Quinoline Yellow.

E104 is highly water soluble. It is also used in cosmetics such as hair products, lipsticks and perfumes, as well as a wide variety of foods.

E104 is banned (for certain uses) in the United States, Australia and Norway because it is believed to have caused dermatitis (inflammation of the skin).

Examples of food and drink products that sometimes include E104:

• smoked fish
• scotch eggs
• medicine
• ice lollies

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 or removed by the EU Regulatory Authorities. IvyRose cannot guarantee that this list is 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 in July 2008.
For current details check with relevant authorities.