Includes Red 40
This entry is a label phrase. See the main ingredient page: Red 40.
What is Includes Red 40?
Red 40, also known as Allura Red AC, is a synthetic food coloring. It is a petroleum-based dye manufactured through chemical synthesis.
Is Includes Red 40 vegan?
Includes Red 40 is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Includes Red 40 a major allergen?
Not a major allergen.
What is Includes Red 40 used for?
Manufacturers add Red 40 to foods to give them a red color.
Is Includes Red 40 safe?
Red 40 is an FDA-approved color additive for use in food.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add Red 40 to foods to give them a red color. It is commonly found in candies, pastries, snacks, beverages, and cereals to enhance their visual appeal.
Health notes
Red 40 is an FDA-approved color additive for use in food. JECFA has evaluated Red 40 and set an acceptable daily intake. EFSA has also evaluated Red 40 and established an acceptable daily intake. Some studies have suggested a link between synthetic food dyes, including Red 40, and hyperactivity in some children, though evidence is mixed and not conclusive across all studies. In April 2025, the FDA announced a plan to phase out petroleum-based synthetic dyes, including Red 40.
Allergen info
Not a major allergen.
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