Additives

Brown HT (E155): What It Is and Is It Safe?

Limited risk Colour · Azo dye

Synthetic brown azo dye. Can trigger allergic reactions and asthma in sensitive people. Banned in the USA, Canada, Japan, and Australia.

Category: Colour — Azo dye
Typically used in: Chocolate-flavoured products, biscuits
Regulatory status: Banned USA/Canada/Japan/Australia. Approved EU/UK.
Concerns flagged: Possible allergen

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EFSA (2014) — Refined exposure assessment of Brown HT -E 155- https://efsa.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.2903/j.efsa.2014.3719

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Brown HT (E155): What It Is and Is It Safe?

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