tartrazine (Meaning)
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tartrazine (n.)
An artificial dyestuff obtained as an orange-yellow powder, and regarded as a phenyl hydrazine derivative of tartaric and sulphonic acids.
Synonyms & Antonyms of tartrazine
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tartrazine Sentence Examples
- Tartrazine, a yellow azo dye, is commonly used as a food additive.
- Some individuals are hypersensitive to tartrazine, experiencing allergic reactions such as skin rashes or respiratory problems.
- The Acceptable Daily Intake (ADI) for tartrazine is 7.5 mg/kg of body weight.
- Tartrazine is found in a wide range of food products, including candies, soft drinks, and processed snacks.
- The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved the use of tartrazine in food products at concentrations up to 200 parts per million (ppm).
- The European Union (EU) has issued a warning that tartrazine may pose health risks to certain individuals, including those with asthma or allergies.
- Some countries, such as Austria, have banned the use of tartrazine in food products due to concerns about its potential health effects.
- Manufacturers are required to list tartrazine in the ingredient list of food products that contain it.
- Natural alternatives to tartrazine, such as saffron or turmeric, are available for use in food products.
- Research continues to investigate the potential health effects of tartrazine exposure in humans.
FAQs About the word tartrazine
An artificial dyestuff obtained as an orange-yellow powder, and regarded as a phenyl hydrazine derivative of tartaric and sulphonic acids.
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
Tartrazine, a yellow azo dye, is commonly used as a food additive.
Some individuals are hypersensitive to tartrazine, experiencing allergic reactions such as skin rashes or respiratory problems.
The Acceptable Daily Intake (ADI) for tartrazine is 7.5 mg/kg of body weight.
Tartrazine is found in a wide range of food products, including candies, soft drinks, and processed snacks.
