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			== Allura Red AC ==

			'''Allura Red AC''' is a red [[azo dye]] that is used as a [[food coloring]]. It is also known by its [[E number]] designation, E129. Allura Red AC is commonly used in a variety of food products, including [[beverages]], [[candies]], and [[baked goods]].

			== Chemical Properties ==

			Allura Red AC is a synthetic dye derived from [[petroleum]]. It is an azo compound, which means it contains the functional group R-N=N-R', where R and R' can be aryl or alkyl. The chemical formula for Allura Red AC is C<sub>18</sub>H<sub>14</sub>N<sub>2</sub>Na<sub>2</sub>O<sub>8</sub>S<sub>2</sub>. It is soluble in water and has a bright red color.

			== Uses ==

			Allura Red AC is widely used in the [[food industry]] to impart a red color to products. It is often found in [[soft drinks]], [[gelatin desserts]], [[confectionery]], and [[dairy products]]. In addition to food, Allura Red AC is used in [[cosmetics]], [[pharmaceuticals]], and [[pet food]].

			== Safety and Regulations ==

			The use of Allura Red AC is regulated by various health authorities around the world. In the [[European Union]], it is approved for use in food products, but with certain restrictions on the maximum allowable concentration. In the [[United States]], the [[Food and Drug Administration]] (FDA) has approved Allura Red AC for use in food, drugs, and cosmetics.

			There has been some controversy regarding the safety of Allura Red AC, with studies suggesting potential links to [[hyperactivity]] in children and other health concerns. However, regulatory agencies have generally concluded that it is safe for consumption at the levels typically used in food products.

			== Related Pages ==

			* [[Azo compound]]
			* [[Food coloring]]
			* [[E number]]
			* [[Food and Drug Administration]]

			{{Food colorings}}

			[[Category:Food colorings]]
			[[Category:Azo compounds]]

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