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e472e

Also listed as: E472e

High Concern

Synthetic preservative or chemical colorant. Linked in clinical pediatric trials to hyperactivity. Can react under acidic conditions to form carcinogens (like benzene). May cause severe allergic histamine release.

Recommended safe frequency
dailyAvoid — suspected genotoxic and behavioral risks
weeklyAvoid in children's diet
monthlySafe for occasional consumption
Brand lens check
  • MicroplasticsNot flagged
  • SugarsNot flagged
  • Seed OilsNot flagged
Body systems impacted
  • Immune System
  • Brain / Neurological
  • Liver
Regulatory status
  • FDASubject to strict maximum parts-per-million limits
  • EFSARequires warning labels for children's developmental impact

PubMed References

Primary Research

Food additives and hyperactive behavior in 3-year-old and 8/9-year-old children: a double-blind study(2022)

PubMed (PMID 17825405)→

Last reviewed: May 2026

FAQ

Is e472e bad for you?

Synthetic preservative or chemical colorant. Linked in clinical pediatric trials to hyperactivity. Can react under acidic conditions to form carcinogens (like benzene). May cause severe allergic histamine release.

What does e472e do to your body?

e472e primarily affects: Immune System, Brain / Neurological, Liver.

How often is it safe to consume e472e?

Daily: Avoid — suspected genotoxic and behavioral risks. Weekly: Avoid in children's diet. Monthly: Safe for occasional consumption.

What products contain e472e?

e472e is commonly found in food products. Use the Zeral app to scan any product and instantly see if it contains e472e.

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