Dyes Used in Processed Meat Products in the Polish Market, and Their Possible Risks and Benefits for Consumer Health

Overview

Journal Foods

Specialty Biotechnology

Date 2023 Jul 14

PMID 37444348

Authors

Katarzyna Czech-Zalubska

Daniel Klich

Agnieszka Jackowska-Tracz

Anna Didkowska

Janusz Bogdan

Krzysztof Anusz

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Abstract

Manufacturers are obliged to label processed meat products with information concerning the additives used and nutritional values. The aim of the study was to identify the dyes most frequently used in processed meat, evaluate their influence on specific food qualities, assess whether their use was correct and review their effect on health. The analysis was based on information on the labels and images of processed meat, and used a generalised linear model with a binary dependent variable. The risks and benefits for human health were defined based on the available literature. Twelve dyes were found to be used in the manufacture of processed meat. Carmine was found in 183 of 273 (67.03%) evaluated assortments containing dyes. The occurrence of water, flavourings and high fat and carbohydrate contents increased the chances that a dye would be present in a particular product. Unauthorised use of food additives was found in 20 products, with smoked meat products demonstrating the highest number of non-compliances. In general, the dyes used with food are considered safe; however, reservations are associated with the use of E150C and E150D caramels due to their potential carcinogenic effect, and carmine and annatto due to their allergic effects.

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