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Red #40 is NOT made from beetles. You are thinking of another red dye. Red 40 is made from petroleum.
Several people I know have serious reactions to the dye red 40. Does red bull drink have it? Also, do you have a comprehensive list of products that contain this dye? Gretchen
Red dye 40
Red 40 dye is made mostly from petroleum, although some is made from coal tar.
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Red 40 Food Dye Ingredient Red 40 dye is made mostly from petroleum, although some is made from coal tar.
Red 40 is a food dye that can possibly cause children to have hyperactivity. Adults can have migraines if they consume the dye. Other side-effects include stomach upset and let the consumer feel uncomfortable
Red food dye, commonly known as Red 40 or Allura Red AC, is a synthetic dye that is not sourced from any specific country. It is derived from petroleum and undergoes a chemical process to produce the final red color.
Red 40 is a chemical food die that is commonly used in foods and drugs. It is also known as Allura Red AC.
Yes, Red 40 is vegetarian. It is a synthetic dye made from petroleum and does not contain any animal-derived ingredients.
Red 40 is a short way of saying "FD&C Red Dye #40" which is a food additive that adds a red color to the food and drink you consume. there is even a website about it called red40.com if you find yourself so inclined
Another name for red dye is Cochineal.More informationThere are others. Red #2 (banned in US), Red #3 (banned in US), Red #40, Henna (hair), Lead (not desirable), Ponceau (unapproved in US) and more. See Related Links. You really need to know the source of the dye as well as the permitted use to learn its other name.