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Is E129 (Allura Red AC/Food Red 17/FD&C Red 40) halal?

Yes — E129 (Allura Red / FD&C Red 40) is generally considered halal.

HalalPermissible — origin and process documented

Yes — E129 (Allura Red / FD&C Red 40) is generally considered halal.

Source

Yes — E129 (Allura Red / FD&C Red 40) is generally considered halal.
Verified Halal EcodeHalalCheck (certifier reference table · accessed 2026-08-21)

Classification as published in the Halal Authority India food ingredient numbers reference, the additive table used by halal certifiers across South Asia. Cross-checked against the IFANCA Halal Shopper's Guide.

Quick facts

E-numberE129
NameAllura Red AC/Food Red 17/FD&C Red 40 (C.I. 16035)
Additive classColour
ClassificationVerified halal
Last verified2026-08-21

Common questions

Is E129 (Allura Red AC/Food Red 17/FD&C Red 40) halal?

Allura Red AC/Food Red 17/FD&C Red 40 (C.I. 16035) is classified as Verified halal. Yes — E129 (Allura Red / FD&C Red 40) is generally considered halal.

Is Allura Red AC/Food Red 17/FD&C Red 40 halal or haram?

On the evidence cited on this page, Allura Red AC/Food Red 17/FD&C Red 40 is verified halal. Permissible — origin and process documented Every position is attributed to a named certifier or scholarly body with a link, so you can verify it directly.

Where does this page's information come from?

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