E-number: 172

Name: Iron Oxides & Iron Hydroxides
Alternative Names :C.I. 77492 (yellow/brown); C.I. 77491 (red); C.I. 77499 (brown)

Function: Colouring
Status: Halaal
Source: mineral.

Health Info!!

Health Code: Yellow
Iron is potentially toxic in all forms, excess can lead to increased risk of numerous health conditions

Uses: Salmon and shrimp paste or spread, cake and dessert mixes, meat paste
Other Uses: Pet foods, dying egg shells, face powder, eye make-up