INS 133
food colorsBrilliant Blue FCF/FD&C Blue 1 (C.I. 42090)
Halal
Is INS 133 (Brilliant Blue FCF) 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 133 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 133 on packaging from:
In the EU and UK, the same additive appears as E133. The ingredient, halal status, and sourcing considerations are identical — only the labelling system differs.
EU / UK equivalent: E133
INS 133 and E133 refer to the same food additive — Brilliant Blue FCF/FD&C Blue 1 (C.I. 42090). If you are checking a product purchased in the UK or Europe, look for E133 on the label instead.
See full E133 halal guide →About INS 133
Colors it is a chemical dye made from aromatic hydrocarbon from petroleum source. It is soluble in water so do not need any solvent. It is a Halal dye.. Halal if used as 100% dry color. If used as liquid color, the solvent has to be Halal
Sources / Derived From
- synthetic dye (aromatic hydrocarbon from petroleum)
Foods that commonly contain INS 133
Frequently Asked Questions
Is INS 133 (Brilliant Blue FCF/FD&C Blue 1 (C.I. 42090)) halal?
INS 133 (Brilliant Blue FCF/FD&C Blue 1 (C.I. 42090)) is classified as Halal. Generally accepted as halal. Typically derived from plant or synthetic sources with no prohibited ingredients.
What is INS 133 used for?
INS 133 is used as a blue food coloring in food products.
What is the difference between INS 133 and E133?
INS 133 and E133 are the same additive — Brilliant Blue FCF/FD&C Blue 1 (C.I. 42090). INS numbers are used on food labels in Australia, New Zealand, Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, India, and GCC countries. The E-number system (E133) is used in EU and UK markets. The halal status is identical regardless of which label system is used.
What foods contain INS 133?
INS 133 (Brilliant Blue FCF/FD&C Blue 1 (C.I. 42090)) is commonly found in: blue/green confectionery, soft drinks, tinned peas, dairy desserts.
What is INS 133 made from?
INS 133 can be derived from: synthetic dye (aromatic hydrocarbon from petroleum).
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