Allura Red

Synthetic red color

Also known as Allura Red AC, FD&C Red 40, C.I. 16035, Food Red 17, Red 40, FD&C Red No. 40

SANHA and MUIS all classify this as halal.

Based on 2 cited authorities. Confidence: medium.

What authorities say

2 authorities on record

2say Halal

Saying Halal2 of 2

SANHA

Function: Colouring. Status: Halaal

MUIS

MUIS Food Additive Listing (2016): Synthetic red colouring.

Why this verdict

E129 is allura red AC, a synthetic azo dye giving a red colour to soft drinks, confectionery, and snack foods. SANHA classifies E129 as Halaal and records no source concern. MUIS also lists E129 as halal, describing it as a synthetic red colouring. E129 is halal.

Food-safety note

Permitted as a food colour in Australia and New Zealand under the Food Standards Code (Schedule 15), subject to maximum permitted levels. JECFA set an Acceptable Daily Intake of 7 mg/kg; FSANZ surveys found Australian intake well within safe limits. One of the "Southampton Six" dyes — the EU requires an advisory label about possible effects on children’s attention. (Source: FSANZ; Food Standards Code Schedule 15.)

Common questions

Is E129 halal?

Allura Red (E129) is classified halal. SANHA and MUIS classify it as halal.

What is E129 made from?

Allura Red (E129) is produced synthetically. It is commonly found in Soft drinks, candy, gelatin desserts, and condiments.

What is a halal alternative to E129?

Halal-considered alternatives include beetroot red (E162).

Try instead

—beetroot red (E162)

Based on 2 cited authorities. Verdict may be revised as more positions are added.

Found in

Soft drinkscandygelatin dessertscondimentsbaked goodsice creamcosmetics