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Red food color
Red food color by Mccormick is listed in the Food colorings category. It is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It comes in a 1 fl. oz (29 mL) pack.
Ingredients
water, propylene glycol, fd,c red 40(e129), fd,c red 3(e127), 0,1% propylparaben (e216) (preservative)
Additives 4
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 1 fl. oz (29 mL)
- Labels & certifications
- No glutenKosherOrthodox Union Kosher
- Sold in
- United States
- Barcode
- 0052100070919
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Frequently asked questions
Is Red food color healthy?
It is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated July 22, 2025. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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