Is Food Red 6 vegan?
Food Red 6
Vegan
Vegan
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
Ponceau 3R is a synthetic red azo dye from the ponceau family, also known as FD&C Red No. 1 or Food Red 6. It is a member of the generic group of azo dyes known as ponceaus.
| Also known as | FD&C Red No. 1, Food Red 6 |
|---|---|
| CI number | CI 16155 |
| Last reviewed | 3 June 2026 |
An ingredient is considered vegan if it contains no animal-derived components at any point in its production.
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