INS 129
food colorsAllura Red AC/Food Red 17/FD&C Red 40 (C.I. 16035)
Halal
Is INS 129 (Allura Red AC) halal?
Generally accepted as halal. Typically derived from plant or synthetic sources with no prohibited ingredients.
What to do
Safe to buy. This additive is permissible under Islamic dietary law.
Where is INS 129 used?
INS (International Numbering System) codes are maintained by the Codex Alimentarius Commission and used on food labels in many countries outside the EU. You will commonly see INS 129 on packaging from:
In the EU and UK, the same additive appears as E129. The ingredient, halal status, and sourcing considerations are identical — only the labelling system differs.
EU / UK equivalent: E129
INS 129 and E129 refer to the same food additive — Allura Red AC/Food Red 17/FD&C Red 40 (C.I. 16035). If you are checking a product purchased in the UK or Europe, look for E129 on the label instead.
See full E129 halal guide →About INS 129
It is a red Azo dye used for color in foods. Since it is soluble in water, both dry or liquid forms are Halal.
Sources / Derived From
- synthetic azo dye (petroleum-derived)
Foods that commonly contain INS 129
Frequently Asked Questions
Is INS 129 (Allura Red AC/Food Red 17/FD&C Red 40 (C.I. 16035)) halal?
INS 129 (Allura Red AC/Food Red 17/FD&C Red 40 (C.I. 16035)) is classified as Halal. Generally accepted as halal. Typically derived from plant or synthetic sources with no prohibited ingredients.
What is INS 129 used for?
INS 129 is used as a red food coloring - most widely used red dye in the usa in food products.
What is the difference between INS 129 and E129?
INS 129 and E129 are the same additive — Allura Red AC/Food Red 17/FD&C Red 40 (C.I. 16035). INS numbers are used on food labels in Australia, New Zealand, Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, India, and GCC countries. The E-number system (E129) is used in EU and UK markets. The halal status is identical regardless of which label system is used.
What foods contain INS 129?
INS 129 (Allura Red AC/Food Red 17/FD&C Red 40 (C.I. 16035)) is commonly found in: soft drinks, sweets, ice cream, condiments, cereals, cough syrups.
What is INS 129 made from?
INS 129 can be derived from: synthetic azo dye (petroleum-derived).
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