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And FD&C Yellow #6

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers add FD&C Yellow #6 to give foods an orange-yellow color. It is commonly …

What it is

FD&C Yellow #6, also known as Sunset Yellow FCF, is a synthetic food coloring. It is an azo dye, meaning it contains a specific chemical bond, and is derived from petroleum.

Why it's used

Manufacturers add FD&C Yellow #6 to give foods an orange-yellow color. It is commonly found in products like soft drinks, snack foods, desserts, and some dairy products.

Health notes

FD&C Yellow #6 is an FDA-approved color additive for use in food. In April 2025, the FDA announced a plan to phase out petroleum-based synthetic dyes, including Yellow #6, from the food supply. Both the Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) and the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) have evaluated FD&C Yellow #6 and set an acceptable daily intake. There have been discussions regarding a possible link between synthetic food dyes, including Yellow #6, and hyperactivity in some children, though scientific evidence on this topic remains mixed.

Allergen info

Not a major allergen.

Products containing And FD&C Yellow #6

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Russell Stover Candies Inc. Cake Assortment Chocolate High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving 509kcal 5.3Protein 28.1Fat 59.6Carbs Chef Merito, Marinade For Carne Al Pastor Chef Merito, Inc. Chef Merito, Marinade For Carne Al Pastor Seasoning Mixes, Salts, Marinades & Tenderizers 0kcal 0Protein 0Fat 0Carbs Toft Dairy Inc. Ice Cream, Pumpkin Pie Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 222kcal 2.8Protein 9.7Fat 30.6Carbs Russell Stover Candies Inc. Carrot Cakes Egg Covered In White Chocolate Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 500kcal 3.6Protein 28.6Fat 60.7Carbs Save Mart Supermarkets Inc. Mandarin Lemonade, Mandarin Soda High in added sugars — 56% DV per serving 51kcal 0Protein 0Fat 12.7Carbs Tops Markets, LLC Chocolate Glazed Salty, Sweet Glazed Popcorn With Crispy Pretzels And A Chocolate Fudge Drizzle Funky Pop, Chocolate Glazed Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving High in added sugars — 24% DV per serving 536kcal 3.6Protein 25Fat 67.9Carbs Chef Merito, Steak And Meat Seasoning Chef Merito, Inc. Chef Merito, Steak And Meat Seasoning Seasoning Mixes, Salts, Marinades & Tenderizers 0kcal 0Protein 0Fat —Carbs Fajitas Rancheras Chef Merito, Inc. Fajitas Rancheras Seasoning Mixes, Salts, Marinades & Tenderizers 167kcal 8.3Protein 33.3Fat 0Carbs Triangle Quality Foods LLC Monster Mallows Premium Quality Marshmallows Candy High in added sugars — 38% DV per serving 351kcal 2.9Protein 0Fat 82.9Carbs Delicias LLC Sweet Semita Racha Bread, Sweet Breads & Buns High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving High in added sugars — 44% DV per serving 382kcal 4.5Protein 14.6Fat 59.5Carbs Western Mixers Produce and Nuts Inc. Flour Cracklings, Flour Chips, Pretzels & Snacks 500kcal 7.1Protein 25Fat 64.3Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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