E124
food colorsPonceau 4R / Cochineal Red A
What should I do with this product?
Safe to buy. This additive is permissible under Islamic dietary law.
See which foods use it →Avoid this code. Check halal alternatives or scan a substitute product.
See Alternatives below →About E124
Color cochineal red a is a haram color. Ponceau 4r is a synthetic color. It is Halal if used in dry form from Halal sources but liquid form is Halal if Halal solvents are used. Halal if used as 100% dry color. If used as liquid color, the solvent has to be Halal
Not Permissible
Avoid products listing this E-code unless you have confirmed the product holds a valid halal certification covering this ingredient.
What is E124 made from?
- synthetic azo dye (petroleum-derived)
- cochineal (natural variant)
Foods that commonly contain E124
Always check the ingredient label on the specific product - manufacturers may change formulations.
Scholarly Notes
The synthetic Ponceau 4R is generally considered Mushbooh. The natural cochineal variant (Cochineal Red A) is Haraam under most scholarly opinions.
Halal Alternatives
These E-codes serve a similar function and are generally considered halal:
Frequently Asked Questions
Is E124 (Ponceau 4R / Cochineal Red A) halal?
E124 (Ponceau 4R / Cochineal Red A) is classified as Haraam (Prohibited). Contains prohibited ingredients. This additive is derived from sources that are not permissible in Islamic dietary laws, such as pork-derived ingredients, insects, or alcohol.
What is E124 used for?
E124 is used as a red food coloring in food products.
What foods contain E124?
E124 (Ponceau 4R / Cochineal Red A) is commonly found in: tinned strawberries, fruit pie fillings, glacé cherries, jelly, salami, seafood dressings.
What is E124 made from?
E124 can be derived from the following sources: synthetic azo dye (petroleum-derived), cochineal (natural variant).
What are the other names for E124?
E124 may appear on food labels as: Ponceau 4R, Cochineal Red A, Food Red 7, CI 16255.
food colors category - 51 E-codes total: 20 Halal, 2 Haraam, 29 Mushbooh.
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