E160b
E160b contains moderate levels of Histamine and Salicylate. If you're sensitive to any of these, check it against your profile before eating.
Intolerances
- Histamine (+liberators / DAO inhibitors)Moderate
Synthetic colours — tartrazine (E102) is the textbook case — act as histamine liberators, not sources. They are standard exclusions in the pseudoallergen-free diet. Same honest caveat as benzoates: double-blind challenge confirms far fewer reactions than open observation suggests, and tartrazine in particular has been re-tested repeatedly with modest results. Several of these also carry the EU warning 'may have an adverse effect on activity and attention in children'. Sources: Zuberbier et al., EAACI/GA2LEN urticaria guideline; EFSA re-evaluations of food colours (2009-2016); Reg. (EC) 1333/2008 Annex V.
- SalicylateModerate
- FODMAPsNone
- LactoseNone
- GlutenNo
- FructoseNone
- OligosaccharidesNone
- SorbitolNone
- SucroseNone
- TyramineNone
- NickelNone
- OxalatesNone
Intolerance levels are based on our documented scientific sources. See sources →
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Frequently asked questions
Which intolerances does E160b affect?
E160b is notable for Histamine and Salicylate.
Does E160b contain Histamine?
E160b contains moderate levels of Histamine. Synthetic colours — tartrazine (E102) is the textbook case — act as histamine liberators, not sources. They are standard exclusions in the pseudoallergen-free diet. Same honest caveat as benzoates: double-blind challenge confirms far fewer reactions than open observation suggests, and tartrazine in particular has been re-tested repeatedly with modest results. Several of these also carry the EU warning 'may have an adverse effect on activity and attention in children'. Sources: Zuberbier et al., EAACI/GA2LEN urticaria guideline; EFSA re-evaluations of food colours (2009-2016); Reg. (EC) 1333/2008 Annex V.
Does E160b contain Salicylate?
E160b contains moderate levels of Salicylate. Amounts vary by brand and recipe, so always check the label of the exact product.