E120 is fluid from beetles mixed with other substances (e.g. tin) to make it more colour-fast.
https://www.europarl.europa.eu/doceo/document/E-7-201..
E904 is shellac resin secreted by the female lac bug.
Commonly used in confectionery products as a glazing agent and to reduce moisture loss in fruit. Shellac is also used as a natural primer, high gloss varnish and wood finish!
https://world.openfoodfacts.org/additive/en:e904-shel..
Know your E numbers!
Here is what E120 can do to you. It's highly recommended to avoid giving to children. Check labels on things before buying.
https://healthknight.com/carmine-e120-side-effects-be..
And here is what E904 can do to you
https://healthknight.com/shellac-e904-side-effects-be..
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