Red 2g

Red azo dye which was authorised as a food additive under the number E 128. In the course of the re-evaluation of food additives by the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA). E128 was banned in 2007 due to carcinogenicity.

Red 2G can cause pseudoallergic (urticaria) and apparently also contact allergic reactions in people who are predisposed to it. Asthmatic attacks have also been described. Red 2G was only permitted for certain types of sausage and minced meat. In the course of the re-evaluation of food additives by the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA), E128 was banned in July 2007 due to its carcinogenic effect.