Is Ponceau 4R vegan?

Ponceau 4R

Vegan

Ponceau 4R (also known as Cochineal Red A) is a synthetic azo dye used as a red food colouring. Despite the name 'Cochineal Red', it is not derived from cochineal insects but is produced entirely by chemical synthesis.

Also known as Brilliant Scarlet 3R, Brilliant Scarlet 4R, CI16255, Cochineal Red A, New Coccine, SX Purple
E number E124
CI number CI 16255
Last reviewed 22 April 2026

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