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E122

food colors

Carmoisine / Azorubine

Also known as: CI 14720AzorubineCarmoisineFood Red 3

Status

Mushbooh (Questionable)

Function

Red food coloring

Mushbooh (Questionable)

Is E122 (Carmoisine) halal?

Source-dependent and requires verification. This additive may be derived from either halal (plant/synthetic) or haraam (animal) sources. Always check the product label or contact the manufacturer to verify the source.

What to do

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About E122

Color. It is chemical dye and Halal if use as a powder. Liquid color is Halal only if Halal solvents are used. It is used in fermented heated food products which may not be Halal.. Halal if used as 100% dry color. If used as liquid color, the solvent has to be Halal

Verification Required

This additive's halal status depends on its source. Check the product label for a halal certification mark, or contact the manufacturer directly.

What is E122 made from?

synthetic azo dye (petroleum-derived)

Foods that commonly contain E122

Food Category Guide

E122 is common in jelly — see the full halal guide →

jelly marzipan Swiss roll cheesecake mixes soft drinks sweets

Always check the ingredient label on the specific product - manufacturers may change formulations.

Halal Alternatives

These E-codes serve a similar function and are generally considered halal:

E162 - Beetroot Red / Betanin

Purple-red food coloring

E163 - Anthocyanins

Red, purple or blue food coloring depending on pH

Frequently Asked Questions

Is E122 (Carmoisine / Azorubine) halal?

E122 (Carmoisine / Azorubine) is classified as Mushbooh (Questionable). Source-dependent and requires verification. This additive may be derived from either halal (plant/synthetic) or haraam (animal) sources. Always check the product label or contact the manufacturer to verify the source.

What is E122 used for?

E122 is used as a red food coloring in food products.

What foods contain E122?

E122 (Carmoisine / Azorubine) is commonly found in: jelly, marzipan, Swiss roll, cheesecake mixes, soft drinks, sweets.

What is E122 made from?

E122 can be derived from the following sources: synthetic azo dye (petroleum-derived).

What are the other names for E122?

E122 may appear on food labels as: CI 14720, Azorubine, Carmoisine, Food Red 3.

food colors — 51 E-codes: 20 Halal, 2 Haram, 29 Mushbooh

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