Color Additive · EU 127
Erythrosine
FDA status: Approved. EU: Approved. No U.S. state has enacted a specific ban yet.
According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, Erythrosine is FDA-approved, and no U.S. state has moved to restrict it independently of federal policy. The European Union separately classifies it as approved.
The verdict
Erythrosine is FDA-approved, and no U.S. state has moved to restrict it.
- 4/5
- Low Risk
- Approved
- FDA status
- Approved
- EU status
- 0
- state regulations
Identified by its EU additive code
Erythrosine: no OFF product match; EU code 127 is the standout identifier.
| Property | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| E-Number | 127 | EU additive register |
| FDA Status | Approved | FDA SAFFA |
| EU Status | Approved | EC 1333/2008 |
| CAS Number | - | CAS Registry |
| Category | Color Additive | FDA functional class |
| Composite Safety Score | 4 / 5 (Low Risk) | PlainIngredients methodology |
| EFSA ADI | Not in our EFSA data | EFSA scientific opinion |
| U.S. State Actions | 0 states | State legislative records |
| Tracked Products | Not yet tracked | Open Food Facts (US) |
Values reflect official agency classifications as published by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and the European Union's regulatory framework. See our methodology for scoring details.
What is Erythrosine?
ERYTHROSINE, is an organoiodine compound, specifically a derivative of fluorone. It is cherry or melon-pink synthetic, primarily used for food coloring.
Health Concerns
- EFSA evaluation: Scientific Opinion on the re-evaluation of Erythrosine -E 127- as a food additive
Common Uses
Catalog-profile peer axes
Erythrosine among its nationwide catalog-profile peers
Product-count (0) and safety-score (4/5) peer columns, disjoint link sets.
Score 4/5 peers (≥50 OFF products)
Nearest other additives by PlainIngredients safety score (floored at ≥50 tracked products), distinct from the count row.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Erythrosine safe to consume?
Erythrosine scores 4/5 (Low Risk). FDA status is Approved. No OFF product match yet; EU additive code 127 is the standout identifier on this row.
What is Erythrosine used for in food?
Erythrosine (127) is catalogued for Processed foods, beverages, confectionery; treat uses as SAFFA class, not shelf count.
What health concerns are associated with Erythrosine?
Research has identified the following health concerns for Erythrosine: EFSA evaluation: Scientific Opinion on the re-evaluation of Erythrosine -E 127- as a food additive. These findings inform its safety score of 4/5. Consult a healthcare provider for personalized guidance, especially if you have pre-existing conditions.