E180 RED / RUBY PIGMENT or LITOLRUBIN BK
The red pigment is an azo dye of synthetic origin, usually present in waxy coatings (cheeses).
It could cause asthma, insomnia, skin reactions, and it could even be cancerous.
Although, as a precaution, it is contraindicated for people allergic to aspirin and for asthmatics, it should be emphasized that the information on the toxicity of the red pigment is also in contrast with other more neutral theories.
ADI DOSE: 1.5mg per kg of body weight.
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