Foods That ContainE120

Foods That Contain Cochineal carmine

Cochineal carmine (E120) is a colorant found in a variety of packaged foods. Below are the food categories where it commonly appears.

Code
E120
Category
Colorant
Harm level
Low risk

Food Categories That Contain Cochineal carmine

  • Membranes
  • coatings
  • and decorations for meat products. Aged and processed cheeses.

How to Spot It on Labels

Look for Cochineal carmine or its code E120 in the ingredients list.

Ingredients change. Always check the actual product label before purchasing. Information on this page is for educational purposes only.