All additives
E121·colourant
Citrus Red No. 2
Avoid
Safety Assessment
| Body | Acceptable Daily Intake (ADI) | Year |
|---|---|---|
| JECFA | — | |
| EFSA | — | — |
ADI = the amount of a substance a person can consume every day over a lifetime without appreciable health risk. Expressed as mg per kg body weight per day. Source: WHO/FAO JECFA Combined Compendium; EFSA OpenFoodTox 3.0.
Scientific Notes
Azo dye permitted only in the US for colouring the skin of non-Florida oranges. Banned in the EU, Canada, and most other markets due to animal carcinogenicity data. The dyed peel should not be consumed.