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Brilliant Black Bn
Brilliant Black Bn
Also known as: E151, black pn, E 151, C.I. 28440, Brilliant Black PN
Moderate concern
Brilliant Black BN (E151) is permitted in the EU as a food colour with an ADI of 5 mg/kg bw/day (EFSA 2010 reaffirmation). Not approved as a color additive in the United States.
Found in
40 products
E-number
E151
Type
colour
What it is
Brilliant Black BN (E151), a synthetic diazo dye also known as Black PN.
Synthetic black food colour.
Why it's flagged
- not permitted in the US
- azo dye sensitivity in some individuals
What regulators actually say
"The Panel established an ADI of 5 mg/kg bw/day for Brilliant Black BN (E151)."
"Color additives subject to certification listed for use in food (Brilliant Black BN not listed)."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Not approved as a color additive in food (not listed in 21 CFR 74).
European Union — EFSA
E151 authorised; ADI 5 mg/kg bw/day (EFSA 2010).
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