Brilliant Black BN
EATLABEL VERDICT
High Risk
Regulatory scrutiny or health hazard identified
-15 pts
Overview & Primary Purpose
Synthetic black diazo dye prohibited in US/KR, used in European faux caviar.
Official Category: Synthetic Colorant (합성착색료)
3-Nation (KR · US · EU) Regulatory Status
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South Korea (MFDS)
Prohibited
Not approved in Korea
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United States (FDA)
Prohibited
Not approved in US
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European Union (EFSA)
Approved
Permitted in imitation caviar and licorice
Commonly Found Foods
Imitation caviarblack licorice
Safer Clean-Label Alternatives
✓ Squid ink✓ Cocoa color
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