This chart should help you recognize food dyes and their various names more easily!
Yes, many food dyes can have multiple names or designations based on their chemical composition, brand names, or regional differences. Here’s an updated chart including some additional names that may be used for common food dyes:
| Dye Name (Old) | Dye Name (New) | Other Names | Common Uses
|-----------------------|--------------------------------|---------------------------------------|----------------------------------------------------------
| Red 2 | E123 | Amaranth | Beverages, candies, desserts
| Red 3 | E127 | Erythrosine | Candies, maraschino cherries, dairy products
| Red 40 | Allura Red AC (E129) | Food Red 17 | Soft drinks, candies, baked goods
| Yellow 5 | Tartrazine (E102) | Food Yellow 4, E102 | Candies, snacks, beverages
| Yellow 6 | Sunset Yellow (E110) | Food Yellow 3 | Processed foods, snacks, desserts
| Blue 1 | Brilliant Blue FCF (E133) | Food Blue 2 | Beverages, candies, baked goods
| Blue 2 | Indigotine (E132) | Food Blue 1 | Candies, baked goods, beverages
| Green 3 | Fast Green (E143) | Food Green 2 | Beverages, candy, gelatin
| Orange B | E110 | Orange Yellow 2 | Snacks, beverages, sauces
| Carmine | Cochineal (E120) | Carminic acid, Natural Red 4 | Yogurt, beverages, confectionery
| Anthocyanins | E163 | Natural Red 2, Food Red 3 | Fruits, juices, sauces
| Beet Juice | E162 | Beet Red, Betanin | Juices, desserts, processed foods
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- Carmine and cochineal are derived from insects (cochineal scale) and are often labeled as natural colorants.
- Anthocyanins are naturally occurring pigments found in many fruits and vegetables, commonly used in plant-based products.
- Beet Juice is a natural coloring often used as a healthier alternative to synthetic dyes.
Always check the ingredient list for any of these names, especially if you're looking to avoid certain dyes for health reasons or allergies!
- Some dyes have retained their original names while others have been reclassified or renamed.
- Always check the ingredient list for both the common name and the E-number when shopping for products to avoid specific dyes.
- Regulatory changes may influence the names and classifications of food dyes over time, so it's essential to stay updated on food labeling practices.
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