Does Beef chorizo contain artificial dyes?

Yes, Beef chorizo contains 1 artificial dye: Red 3.

Is Beef chorizo safe for kids with dye sensitivity?

Beef chorizo contains artificial dyes (Red 3) which have been linked to hyperactivity in some children. Consider dye-free alternatives.

Beef chorizo

Barcode: 0048696001512

CONTAINS 1 ARTIFICIAL DYE

This product contains artificial food coloring.

Red 3

Detected Dyes

Red 3 (Erythrosine, E127)

Ingredients

Beef salivary glands, lymph nodes and fat, water, paprika, soy flour grits, salt (salt, yellow prussiate of soda [anticaking]), vinegar, beef, spices, isolated soy product, red pepper, cure (salt, sodium nitrite, red#3), garlic powder.

Dye-Free Alternatives

CHICKEN SAUSAGE PARMESAN & CRACKED BLACK PEPPER

Lightly Breaded Chicken Breast Chunks

Kirkland

Dye Free

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Beef chorizo contain Red 40?

No, Beef chorizo does not contain Red 40.

Does Beef chorizo contain Yellow 5?

No, Beef chorizo does not contain Yellow 5.

Want to learn more? Read about Red 40 side effects, the FDA food dye ban, or how to read food labels for dyes.

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