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Green S
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Quick Answer
Green S (E142) is rated "Not Yet Rated" according to current evidence. It is approved in the EU and banned/not approved in the US. This additive is banned or not approved in at least one major market.
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What is Green S?
Green dye. Not approved in US, Canada, Japan, or Norway
Regulatory Status by Country
🇺🇸 United StatesUS
NOT APPROVEDUS name: Green S
Not approved in US
🇪🇺 European UnionEU
ApprovedGreen dye. Not approved in US, Canada, Japan, or Norway
🇬🇧 United KingdomUK
Same as EU pre-BrexitUK retained EU food additive regulations post-Brexit with some modifications
🇯🇵 Japan
NOT APPROVEDJapanese: グリーンS
Not approved in Japan
🇨🇦 CanadaCA
Likely restrictedStatus may differ from US. Check Health Canada's List of Permitted Food Additives.
🇦🇺 Australia/NZAU/NZ
ApprovedGenerally aligned with EU standards. Regulated by FSANZ.
🇮🇳 India
Check FSSAIVerify with Food Safety and Standards Authority of India.
🇰🇷 South KoreaKR
Check MFDSVerify with South Korea's Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
🇧🇷 Brazil
Check ANVISAVerify with Brazil's ANVISA.
🇨🇳 China
May be restrictedChina has independent standards. Check GB 2760.
Note: Canada, Australia/NZ, India, South Korea, Brazil, and China statuses are inferred from international regulatory patterns. Always verify with the relevant national authority.
This additive is banned or not approved in at least one country
Regulatory agencies in different countries may reach different conclusions about the same ingredient based on their assessment criteria, acceptable risk levels, and available evidence. Always check the latest regulations in your region.
Expert Analysis
Green S is classified as a color in the food additive regulatory framework. Notably, regulatory agencies disagree on this additive — it is approved in the EU but banned or not approved in the US. This regulatory divergence reflects different risk assessment philosophies between jurisdictions. As with all food additives, moderation is key. Consult healthcare professionals for personalized dietary advice.
Is Green S safe?
Green S has a safety rating of "Not Yet Rated". Not yet rated
Is Green S vegan?
Green S is generally considered vegan-friendly, though sourcing may vary.
Is Green S banned in Europe?
No, Green S is Approved in the EU.
What is Green S made from?
Green dye. Not approved in US, Canada, Japan, or Norway
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