E129

E129 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 medicine and cosmetics.

The common name for E129 is allura red AC.

E129 is an azo dye that gives products an orange/ red colouration. It was originally introduced to act as an alternative to amaranth (E123).

This colouring has been linked to bladder cancer in mice, following laboratory testing. E129 has been banned in Norway, Germany, Denmark, Switzerland, Sweden, France, Austria and Belgium. E129 has the same negative effects as any other azo dye, but to a lesser extent.

Examples of food and drink products that may include E129:

• biscuits
• cakes
• sweets
• soft drinks

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.