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E104
Quinoline Yellow
Colourant · Also: CI 47005 · Food Yellow 13
RISK LEVEL
3 / 5
Risk 3

Synthetic yellow dye. Some concern about hyperactivity in children. Subject to voluntary ban in some EU products.

Found in
Smoked fish, Scotch eggs, Ice cream
Daily intake limit
0-0.5 mg/kg bw
Processing
Moderate

Body systems affected

Nervous
Associated with hyperactivity and behavioural issues in children
Immune
May trigger allergic reactions in sensitive individuals

What the research says

Research on Quinoline Yellow (E104) is ongoing. Regulatory agencies have evaluated its safety for permitted uses.

Allergenic potential: Moderate

FDA Permitted
EFSA Approved
WHO Evaluated
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