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E230 - Biphenyl or Diphenyl
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E230 - Biphenyl or Diphenyl

Diphenyl is an aromatic compound; from a chemical point of view, it consists of two benzene rings joined by a carbon-carbon bond (CC). It is a substance that at room temperature appears as a colorless crystalline solid, insoluble in water but soluble in many organic solvents. This preservative, of synthetic origin, is used in the food industry mainly for the anti-mold treatment of citrus peel, and for the material used for packaging them; at the same time, it also extends the shelf-life of citrus fruits a lot

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E101a - Riboflavin 5-Phosphate

E101a - RIBOFLAVIN 5-PHOSPHATE It is a yellow colorant, derived from riboflavin (vitamin B2). It is contained in creams, packaged ice creams, mayonnaise, soups. ADI DOSE: / not indicated because it is harmless. In case of high intake, this water-soluble vitamin is expelled with urine without accumulating in the body
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E129 - Red Allura AC

E129 - RED ALLURA AC (CI 45430) Allura red AC is a red synthetic dye. It is typically contained in the bitter soda and in the wine bitters. The side effects are not yet safe but it is thought to have negative repercussions on human metabolism. It could cause skin allergies and is thought to have carcinogenic effects
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E124 - Red Cochineal a - Ponceau 4R

E124 - RED COCCINIGLIA A –PONCEAU 4R (CI16255) Cochineal red A is a synthetically obtained azo dye; its color is similar to that obtained from scale insects. Cochineal red A is normally found in candies, syrups, ketchup sauces, canned salmon, effervescent drinks, candied cherries, popsicles, marzipan and jellies.
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E102 - Tartrazine

E102 - TARTRAZINA (CI 19140 in cosmetics) Tartrazine is a synthetic compound, a sodium salt containing sulfur, which is presented in yellow granules and crystals. We find it in desserts, beverages, vegetable preserves (except tomato), zabaione ice cream and syrups. Not all studies agree on defining the possible negative effects on human and domestic animal health (since it can also be found in the food of dogs and cats)
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E110 - Yellow Orange S or Yellow Sunset FCF

E110 - YELLOW ORANGE S or YELLOW SUNSET FCF (CI 15985) Orange yellow S - otherwise known as sunset yellow FCF - is an azo yellow dye, synthetically produced. It is commonly found in: apricot jams, biscuits with orange jelly, instant chocolate drinks, instant soups, cheese creams, yogurt creams, marzipan, pudding powder and packaged breadcrumbs
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E104 - Quinoline yellow

E104 - GIALLO DI CHINOLINA (CI 47005) Quinoline yellow is a synthetic dye; we find it in effervescent drinks, puddings in powder, smoked fish and colors for Easter eggs. Risks: hyperactivity, asthma, rhinitis, eczema, visual disturbances, insomnia, increased incidence of liver and kidney cancer (observed on high-dose mice)
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E128 - Red 2G

E128 - RED 2G (CCI 18050) Red 2G is a synthetic red dye currently prohibited in Europe (from 28/7/2007). With Regulation 884 of 26 July 2007, the European Commission has suspended the use of colorant E 128. The provision entered into force immediately, that is, on 27 July. Until a few days ago, the use of this dye was permitted in meat preparations for hamburgers; more technically in breakfast sausages with cereals and in meat for burgers with cereals
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E127 - Erythrosin

E127 - ERITROSINA (CI 45430) Erythrosine is the synthetic red dye of coal tar, containing iodine, therefore capable of causing thyroid disorders. In some countries, its use is prohibited because of the development of thyroid tumors in experimental animals when it is administered at high doses. Human consumption can also cause risks; it can in fact induce hyperthyroidism and sensitization to light, as well as asthma, hives, insomnia and allergies
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E122 - Azorubine (or carmoisine)

E122 - AZORUBINE (or CARMOISINA) - (CI 14720) Azorubin is a synthetic azo dye, red in color with bluish shades. It is used for coloring syrups, beverages, ice creams, marzipan, jellies, puddings, instant products, dark sauces, instant soups, packaged ice creams ... Risks: hyperactivity, skin reactions due to allergic reactions, allergies, rhinitis, asthma, insomnia and edema; there is a risk that it may be carcinogenic and therefore it is not recommended
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E123 - Amaranth

E123 - AMARANTO (CI 16185) Amaranth is a synthetically obtained azo dye; its use is now limited only to caviar and its substitutes; it is in fact a molecule accused of being mutagenic and potentially carcinogenic: in fact, a link with tumors has been found in rats, but this relationship has not yet been demonstrated in humans
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