Black 7984 (Black 7984, Food Black 2, E152) – synthetic dye of black color. Chemical formula C26H19N5Na4O13S4.
Black 7984 is used in the production of cosmetics.
Use as a food coloring agent was banned in the United States and some European countries in 1984. It is also banned in Australia and Japan. E152 is included in the list of food additives allowed for use in the territory of our country.
According to some reports, it can cause allergic reactions, increase the symptoms of asthma.