Food and additives guide
E120 checker UK
Check products for E120, also known as carmine or cochineal, and review ingredient notes carefully before buying.
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How BasketBalance helps with E120 carmine
BasketBalance is built for quick real-life shopping checks. Search by product name, brand or barcode, then review the product record in plain English.
What to check
- Whether E120 or carmine appears in the product record
- Plain-English guidance for shoppers who avoid insect-derived colour
- Ingredient and allergen notes where available
- A cautious reminder that BasketBalance does not certify halal, vegan or vegetarian status
Important limits
BasketBalance is a shopping information tool. It is not medical, allergy, dermatology, halal-certification, vegan-certification, gluten-free-certification, safety or legal advice. Product records, ingredients, warnings and retailer information can change, so always check the official pack before buying or using a product.
Try it
Use BasketBalance to search or scan a product for free, then create a free account only when you want to save useful products or lists.
Frequently asked questions
What is E120?
E120 is a red colour also known as carmine or cochineal.
Is BasketBalance a vegan or halal checker?
No. It can highlight wording to review, but it does not certify products.
Can labels change?
Yes. Always check the current pack.