Artificial Color FD&C Yellow Tartrazine #5
What is Artificial Color FD&C Yellow Tartrazine #5?
Artificial Color FD&C Yellow No. 5, also known as Tartrazine, is a synthetic yellow dye used to color foods. It is produced from petroleum-based raw materials.
Is Artificial Color FD&C Yellow Tartrazine #5 vegan?
Artificial Color FD&C Yellow Tartrazine #5 is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Artificial Color FD&C Yellow Tartrazine #5 gluten-free?
FD&C Yellow No. 5 is not derived from any of the nine major food allergens identified by the FDA, nor does it contain gluten.
What is Artificial Color FD&C Yellow Tartrazine #5 used for?
Manufacturers add FD&C Yellow No. 5 to give foods a bright yellow color.
Is Artificial Color FD&C Yellow Tartrazine #5 safe?
FD&C Yellow No. 5 is an FDA-approved color additive for use in foods.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add FD&C Yellow No. 5 to give foods a bright yellow color. It is commonly found in candies, soft drinks, baked goods, desserts, and some processed foods.
Health notes
FD&C Yellow No. 5 is an FDA-approved color additive for use in foods. While generally considered safe for most people, some individuals may experience allergic-type reactions, such as hives or asthma, though this is rare. There has been debate about a possible link between synthetic food dyes and hyperactivity in some children; however, scientific evidence on this topic is mixed. JECFA has evaluated this additive and set an palatable daily intake. The FDA announced a plan in April 2025 to phase out petroleum-based synthetic dyes, including Yellow No. 5.
Allergen info
FD&C Yellow No. 5 is not derived from any of the nine major food allergens identified by the FDA, nor does it contain gluten. Not a major allergen.
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