Patent Blue V
EATLABEL VERDICT
High Risk
Regulatory scrutiny or health hazard identified
-20 pts
Overview & Primary Purpose
Sky blue dye banned in US/KR associated with allergic hypersensitivity and hypotension.
Official Category: Synthetic Colorant (합성착색료)
3-Nation (KR · US · EU) Regulatory Status
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South Korea (MFDS)
Prohibited
Not permitted in Korea
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United States (FDA)
Prohibited
Banned in US foods
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European Union (EFSA)
Restricted
Permitted in EU with low ADI
Commonly Found Foods
European confectionscocktail syrups
Safer Clean-Label Alternatives
✓ Spirulina extract
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