E133
What is E133?
Brilliant Blue FCF (also known as FD&C Blue No. 1) is a synthetic blue food dye. It is produced from petroleum and is a water-soluble azo dye.
Is E133 vegan?
E133 is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is E133 gluten-free?
It does not contain gluten.
Is E133 a major allergen?
Brilliant Blue FCF is not derived from any of the nine FDA major allergens.
What is E133 used for?
Manufacturers add Brilliant Blue FCF to foods to give them a blue color.
Is E133 safe?
Brilliant Blue FCF is approved by the FDA as a color additive in food.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add Brilliant Blue FCF to foods to give them a blue color. It is commonly found in candies, beverages, baked goods, dairy products, and some processed fruits and vegetables.
Health notes
Brilliant Blue FCF is approved by the FDA as a color additive in food. The Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) has evaluated Brilliant Blue FCF and established an acceptable daily intake. Some studies have explored potential links between artificial food dyes, including Brilliant Blue FCF, and hyperactivity in children, but the evidence is mixed and regulatory bodies have not established a causal link at typical consumption levels.
Allergen info
Brilliant Blue FCF is not derived from any of the nine FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.
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