E133 — Brilliant Blue FCF
Blue food coloring
Also known as: CI 42090 · FD&C Blue 1 · Brilliant Blue FCF
Permissible
Yes — Halal
Generally accepted as halal. This additive is typically derived from plant or synthetic sources and does not contain any prohibited ingredients according to Islamic dietary laws.
School of Thought Breakdown
Hanafi
Permitted
Maliki
Permitted
Shafi'i
Permitted
Hanbali
Permitted
Synthetic dye - water-soluble, so halal in both dry and liquid forms. Not permitted in several European countries.
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Safe to consume
E133 is permissible across all major schools of Islamic thought. No further verification is needed for this specific additive.
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E133 is permissible. Focus your label check on the other E-codes in this product — some may have different statuses.
Scan the full label →About E133
Colors it is a chemical dye made from aromatic hydrocarbon from petroleum source. It is soluble in water so do not need any solvent. It is a Halal dye.. Halal if used as 100% dry color. If used as liquid color, the solvent has to be Halal
What is E133 made from?
- synthetic dye (aromatic hydrocarbon from petroleum)
Regulatory Status by Country
Banned
- ✕ Belgium
- ✕ France
- ✕ Germany
- ✕ Switzerland
- ✕ Sweden
- ✕ Austria
- ✕ Norway — not permitted as a food additive
Foods that commonly contain E133
Food Category Guide
E133 is common in soft drinks — see the full halal guide →
Always check the ingredient label on the specific product - manufacturers may change formulations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is E133 (Brilliant Blue FCF/FD&C Blue 1 (C.I. 42090)) halal?
E133 (Brilliant Blue FCF/FD&C Blue 1 (C.I. 42090)) is classified as Halal. Generally accepted as halal. This additive is typically derived from plant or synthetic sources and does not contain any prohibited ingredients according to Islamic dietary laws.
What is E133 used for?
E133 is used as a blue food coloring in food products.
What foods contain E133?
E133 (Brilliant Blue FCF/FD&C Blue 1 (C.I. 42090)) is commonly found in: blue/green confectionery, soft drinks, tinned peas, dairy desserts.
What is E133 made from?
E133 can be derived from the following sources: synthetic dye (aromatic hydrocarbon from petroleum).
What are the other names for E133?
E133 may appear on food labels as: CI 42090, FD&C Blue 1, Brilliant Blue FCF.
food colors — 51 E-codes: 20 Halal, 2 Haraam, 29 Mushbooh
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