Green S (food additive E142) is a synthetic substance that is a sodium salt obtained from coal tar. Additive E142 is a powder or granulate of dark green, almost black color. Dye E142 is highly soluble in water and ethanol, but insoluble in vegetable oils. The additive has high thermal stability and moderate resistance to fruit acids. The chemical formula of the additive E142: C 27 H 25 N 2 O 7 S 2 Na.

Effect on the body

Harm

Additive E142 can cause severe allergic reactions in direct contact with the skin, and in people sensitive to allergies and when taking products containing this additive. Dye E142 is practically not absorbed in the human intestine.

Benefit

Due to its synthetic origin, the E142 additive is not characteristic of the human body. Data on any benefit of the Green S dye is not currently available.

At the same time, in studies conducted on laboratory rats, the Green S dye showed its safety with occasional use.

Usage

In the food industry, the E142 additive is used as a dye in the manufacture of mint sauce, canned peas, and fruits. Also, the dye E142 is added in the production of ice cream (for example, popsicles), desserts, sweets and various confectionery products (rarely). Food additive E142 is used in the production of dry soups, minced fish, potato-based dry snacks, seasonings, and semi-finished crustaceans. It is added to mustard, fish caviar, spicy snacks, edible coatings of cheeses and sausages. In addition, the E142 additive is widely used as a dye for Easter eggs.

Other uses for Green S:

• in ophthalmology, used to diagnose various diseases of the surface of the eye;
• in the textile industry, for dyeing wool and silk;
• used for coloring any pharmaceutical and cosmetic products.

Legislation

Additive E142 is included in the list of approved food additives in the Russian Federation, Ukraine and many other countries. At the same time, the E142 dye is banned for use in food products in Canada, Norway, and Japan.

Green S (Green S, Food Green S, FD&C Green 4, Acid green 50, Lissamine Green B, Wool Green S, E142) is a green synthetic food coloring. Chemical formula C27H25N2O7S2Na.

It can be used in the manufacture of mint sauce, ice cream, various sweets, desserts and canned peas. The dye is also used in ophthalmology, to diagnose various diseases of the surface of the eye.

Green S is banned as a dietary supplement in Canada, the US, Japan, and Norway because it can lead to allergic reactions. In the Russian Federation, this additive is allowed. This is one of the additives that is recommended to be excluded from the diet of children in order to prevent hyperactivity reactions.

Green S (food additive E142) is a synthetic substance that is a sodium salt obtained from coal tar. Additive E142 is a powder or granulate of dark green, almost black color. Dye E142 is highly soluble in water and ethanol, but insoluble in vegetable oils. The additive has high thermal stability and moderate resistance to fruit acids. The chemical formula of the additive E142: C 27 H 25 N 2 O 7 S 2 Na.

Additive E142 can cause severe allergic reactions in direct contact with the skin, and in people sensitive to allergies and when taking products containing this additive. Dye E142 is practically not absorbed in the human intestine.

In studies conducted on laboratory rats, the "Green S" dye has shown its safety with occasional use.

In the food industry, the E142 additive is used as a dye in the manufacture of mint sauce, canned peas, and fruits. Also, the dye E142 is added in the production of ice cream (for example, popsicles), desserts, sweets and various confectionery products (rarely). Food additive E142 is used in the production of dry soups, minced fish, potato-based dry snacks, seasonings, and semi-finished crustaceans. It is added to mustard, fish caviar, spicy snacks, edible coatings of cheeses and sausages. In addition, the E142 additive is widely used as a dye for Easter eggs.

Other uses for Green S:

• in ophthalmology, used to diagnose various diseases of the surface of the eye;
• in the textile industry, for dyeing wool and silk;
• used for coloring any pharmaceutical and cosmetic products.

Additive E142 is included in the list of approved food additives in the Russian Federation, Ukraine and many other countries. At the same time, the E142 dye is banned for use in food products in Canada, Norway, and Japan.

It is known that dyes are divided into natural and synthetic, that is, obtained by artificial means. It is clear that the former are exclusively beneficial for human health, while the latter can adversely affect the body. So, along with natural green dyes based on chlorophyll, which are called E140 and E141, their synthetic counterpart is also distinguished - dye E142 Green S.

Due to the low material production costs and the universal properties of the E142 Green S dye, it can be seen on the labels of many food products. Most often these are dry soups, seasonings, ice cream, semi-finished products, soft drinks and strong drinks, processed cheeses, pasta, minced fish and smoked meats, pickles, as well as decorative edible coatings.

In addition, due to the fact that the chemical properties of the E142 Green S dye lie in the extraordinary stability and saturation of the final color, it is often used in the manufacture of dyes for Easter eggs.

In addition to food products, E142 is added to pharmaceuticals and cosmetics, when dyeing many silk and wool products.

Composition of dye E142 Green S

The composition of the dye E142 Green S is determined by the method of its production - this substance is obtained from coal tar. The finished supplement is a sodium salt - a completely artificial powder or granular dark green dye.

This dye is heat resistant - it can withstand temperatures up to 150 degrees. Dye E142 Green S is soluble in almost all liquids, with the exception of oils. This additive has moderate resistance to fruit acids. The composition of the E142 Green S dye can also be represented by the chemical formula, which looks like this: C27H25N2O7S2Na.

Dye damage E142 Green S

Despite the fact that the E142 additive is allowed for use on the territory of the Russian Federation, Ukraine and many other countries, it is officially banned in Japan, the USA, Norway and Canada due to the possible harm of the E142 Green S dye to humans.

Green S, also known as Food Green S, FD&C Green 4, acid green 50, Lissamine Green B, Wool Green S, C.I. 44090) is a synthetic food coloring having the chemical formula C 27 H 25 N 2 O 7 S 2 Na.

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An excerpt characterizing the Green S

- Mom, Bolkonsky has arrived! - she said. - Mom, this is terrible, this is unbearable! “I don’t want to… suffer!” What should I do?…
The countess had not yet had time to answer her, when Prince Andrei entered the drawing room with an anxious and serious face. As soon as he saw Natasha, his face lit up. He kissed the hand of the countess and Natasha and sat down beside the sofa.
“For a long time we have not had pleasure ...” the countess began, but Prince Andrei interrupted her, answering her question and obviously in a hurry to say what he needed.
- I have not been with you all this time, because I was with my father: I needed to talk to him about a very important matter. I just got back last night,” he said, looking at Natasha. “I need to talk to you, Countess,” he added after a moment's silence.
The Countess sighed heavily and lowered her eyes.
“I am at your service,” she said.
Natasha knew that she had to leave, but she could not do it: something was squeezing her throat, and she looked impolitely, directly, with open eyes at Prince Andrei.
"Now? This minute!… No, it can't be!” she thought.
He looked at her again, and this look convinced her that she had not been mistaken. - Yes, now, this very minute her fate was being decided.
“Come, Natasha, I will call you,” said the countess in a whisper.

Green S(English Green S), also known as Food Green S, FD&C Green 4, Acid green 50, Lissamine Green B, Wool Green S, C.I. 44090 - synthetic food coloring

Application

In the food industry green S(synthetic green substance) is registered as a dietary supplement E-142. It can be used in making mint sauce, ice cream, various sweets, desserts and canned peas.

Sodium salt, powder or granulate. It is highly soluble in water and ethanol, but insoluble in vegetable oils. It has high heat resistance and moderate resistance to fruit acids. Chemical formula: C27H25N2O7S2Na.

Green S banned as a dietary supplement in Canada, USA, Japan and Norway. its consumption can lead to allergic reactions. In the Russian Federation, this additive is allowed. This is one of the additives that is recommended to be excluded from the diet of children in order to prevent hyperactivity reactions.

The dye is also used in ophthalmology, to diagnose various diseases of the surface of the eye.

In the food industry, it is used as a dye in the manufacture of mint sauce and canned peas and fruits. It is also added in the production of ice cream (for example, fruit ice), desserts, sweets and various confectionery products (rarely). It is used in the production of dry soups, minced fish, potato-based dry snacks, seasonings, shellfish semi-finished products. It is added to mustard, fish caviar, spicy snacks, edible coatings of cheeses and sausages. Widely used as dye for Easter eggs.

Other uses of the green S:

• in ophthalmology, used to diagnose various diseases of the surface of the eye;
• in the textile industry, for dyeing wool and silk;
• used for coloring any pharmaceutical and cosmetic products.

General characteristics and receipt

Purpose: used for food coloring. The maximum daily dosage is 0.01-0.05 g per kg of body weight. It is not recommended to exceed the norm.

Impact on the human body

Since the dye is considered synthetic, the benefits to the human body have not been scientifically proven.

If you use the supplement in small quantities and irregularly, there is no harm to health. With frequent use, the risk of malignant tumors increases, gastrointestinal tract (GIT) disorders can occur - diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, bloating. The human intestine is not adapted to the absorption of this dye.

Do not give products containing E142 to children - they provoke an increase in activity and can cause serious allergic reactions.

Purpose

Since the dye green S gives a very stable and high-quality color, it is used to give a "presentation". Often the additive is included in the dye for Easter eggs, as well as:

• In the composition of non-alcoholic and alcoholic drinks.
• Food decorative coatings.
• Confectionery.
• Semi-finished products and fast food.
• seasonings
• Refrigerated products.
• Processed cheeses, meat and fish products and others.

The dye is also used in cosmetics and the pharmaceutical industry. It is used to dye silk and wool fabrics. Green S is also used to diagnose ophthalmic diseases.

food products	The maximum level of content of E 142 in products
Soft drinks
Glazed fresh and canned fruits and vegetables
Ice cream, fruit ice
Desserts, including dairy flavored products
Confectionery
Sauces, dry and pasty seasonings
Decorative coatings
Processed flavored cheeses
Mustard, fish caviar
Snacks extruded or blown
Other snack foods
Smoked fish
Surimi, salmon-like fish
Pasta, bakery products, sweet pastries
Liquid dietary supplements
Solid dietary supplements
Protein substitutes for meat and fish
Low alcohol drinks, cider, fruit wines
Coatings for sausages and cheeses

Legislation

In Russia and Ukraine, the E142 dye is approved for use. However, the additive has already been officially banned in the USA, Canada, Norway, Japan due to possible health hazards.