CI 16255
CI 16255 contains moderate levels of Histamine and Salicylate. It has low levels of FODMAPs and Oligosaccharides. 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
- FODMAPsLow
- OligosaccharidesLow
- LactoseNone
- GlutenNone
- FructoseNone
- SorbitolNone
- SucroseNone
- TyramineNone
- NickelNone
- OxalatesNone
Intolerance levels are based on our documented scientific sources. See sources →
Note about this food
Ponceau 4R is classified as a histamine liberator, meaning it can trigger the release of endogenous histamine from mast cells without containing histamine itself . This can cause pseudo-allergic reactions in sensitive individuals, potentially intensifying asthma symptoms
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Frequently asked questions
Which intolerances does CI 16255 affect?
CI 16255 is notable for Histamine, Salicylate, FODMAPs and Oligosaccharides.
Does CI 16255 contain Histamine?
CI 16255 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 CI 16255 contain Salicylate?
CI 16255 contains moderate levels of Salicylate.
Does CI 16255 contain FODMAPs?
CI 16255 contains only low levels of FODMAPs.
Does CI 16255 contain Oligosaccharides?
CI 16255 contains only low levels of Oligosaccharides. Amounts vary by brand and recipe, so always check the label of the exact product.