Name: Carminic Acid
Alternative Names :Carmine of Cochineal; C.I. 75470; Natural Red 4
Function: Colouring
Status: Haraam
Source: From insect Cochineal
Health Info!!
Health Code: Red
Asthma, anaphylaxis (possibly lifethreatening), hay fever, hives, aspirin sensitive people may wish to avoid
Other Uses: Cosmetics, red eye make-up, shampoo, mascara