Azorubina
Learn what Azorubina (E122) is, why it's added to food, whether it's safe, and which products contain it.
Moderate concernWhat is Azorubina?
Additivo alimentare E122 - L'azorubina è un colorante azoico sintetico che conferisce un colore rosso. Può anche essere trovato sotto il nome Carmoisine o Cardinal 3B. Essendo un colorante azoico, l'Azorubina può causare intolleranza nei soggetti sensibili ai salicilati. È un rilasciatore di istamina e può peggiorare i sintomi dell’asma. Se combinato con benzoati (E 210-215), può promuovere l'iperattività nei bambini (sindrome ADHD).
Why is Azorubina added to food?
Azorubina (E122) is a colorante commonly found in: Prodotti a base di carne, latte, uova, verdure, frutta, cereali.
Permitted quantity: La dose raccomandata è 0-4 mg/kg di peso corporeo/giorno.
Is Azorubina banned anywhere?
⚠ Restricted in some countries (not banned in the EU)
Common foods that contain Azorubina
- Prodotti a base di carne
- latte
- uova
- verdure
- frutta
- cereali
How to spot Azorubina on labels
Look for any of these names in the ingredients list:
- E122
- Azorubina
Common misspellings to watch for:
- dzorubina
- azorublna
- azorubind
- azorubina
Better alternatives
• Non raccomandato per chi soffre di disturbi simili all'asma. • Vietato negli Stati Uniti, in Giappone, Svezia, Austria e Norvegia.
Also known as
- dzorubina
- azorublna
- azorubind
- azorubina
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Frequently asked questions about Azorubina
- Is Azorubina safe to eat?
- Azorubina has a harm level of 2 out of 3. Moderate concern.
- Is Azorubina banned anywhere?
- Azorubina is not banned in the EU but is restricted in some countries.
- How do I spot Azorubina on a food label?
- Look for E122, Azorubina in the ingredients list. It may also appear as: dzorubina, azorublna, azorubind.
Ingredients change. Always check the actual product label before purchasing. Information on this page is for educational purposes only.