Cochineal Red Food Colouring by Sainsbury's

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Cochineal Red Food Colouring

by Sainsbury's 38ml in Food colorings Barcode 01891225
Nutri-Score
Not enough data to compute
Processing (NOVA)
Ultra-processed food

Cochineal Red Food Colouring by Sainsbury's is listed in the Food colorings category. It is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It comes in a 38ml pack.

Nutrition facts

Nutrient Per 100 g Category avg
Added sugars 0 g 22.4 −100%

Category average across 171 Food colorings products on Foodmetria.

Ingredients

Vegetable Glycerine, Propylene Glycol, Water, Emulsifier: Polysorbate 80, Colours: Carmine, Curucumin, Acidity Regulator: Potassium Hydroxide

May contain palm oilNot veganNot vegetarian

Additives 5

Moderate overexposure risk

Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.

Product details

Quantity
38ml
Sold in
United Kingdom
Barcode
01891225

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Frequently asked questions

Is Cochineal Red Food Colouring healthy?

It is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.

Is Cochineal Red Food Colouring vegan?

Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.

Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated March 27, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.

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