Analysis of Sudan Dyes in Foods

Sudan dyes are azo dyes that are used in textile and cosmetic products and are forbidden to be used in foods due to their possible carcinogenic effects. Although it is prohibited in foods, Sudan Dyes are mostly used to increase the color intensity. For this reason, “Sudan Dye Analysis” is carried out in many spices such as powdered pepper, curry, sumac and cumin.

The reason why the use of Sudan dyes in foods is prohibited is that it is classified as a carcinogen by the International Cancer Research Center. It is used for adulteration in foodstuffs, for changing the color properties of food, and is harmful to human health.

Sudan dyes; Different parameters such as Sudan Red 7 B, Sudan Orange G, Sudan Black-B, Sudan IV, Sudan III, Sudan II, Sudan I, Rhodamine, Sudan Red G, Sudan Red B, Para Red are analyzed on spices.

You can contact Nanolab Food Analysis Laboratory for "Sudan Dye Analysis" in foods.