Ingredient · E110

Color FD&C Yellow No.6

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
This ingredient is used to give a yellow-orange color to many processed foods. It …

What it is

FD&C Yellow No. 6 is a synthetic color additive used in food. It is an artificial dye that is manufactured from petroleum.

Why it's used

This ingredient is used to give a yellow-orange color to many processed foods. It is commonly found in beverages, snacks, candies, and baked goods to enhance their visual appeal.

Health notes

FD&C Yellow No. 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 No. 6. Some studies have suggested a possible link between synthetic food dyes and hyperactivity in some children, but the evidence is mixed, and the FDA states that current evidence does not show a direct causal link for the general population. JECFA has evaluated Yellow No. 6 and set an acceptable daily intake. EFSA has also evaluated this dye.

Allergen info

Not a major allergen.

Products containing Color FD&C Yellow No.6

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Dos Amigos Inc. Apple Soda, Apple Other Drinks 38kcal 0Protein 0Fat 9.6Carbs Citrus Punch Orange, Citrus Punch Dos Amigos Inc. Citrus Punch Orange, Citrus Punch Other Drinks 15kcal 0Protein 0Fat 4.6Carbs Dos Amigos Inc. Dry Roasted Crunchy Peanuts, Limon, Chamoy, Fuego, Original Japanese-Style Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks 562kcal 21.9Protein 28.1Fat 56.2Carbs Orange Citrus Punch, Orange Dos Amigos Inc. Orange Citrus Punch, Orange Other Drinks 11kcal 0Protein 0Fat 2.7Carbs Dos Amigos Inc. Grapefruit Rapid Hydration Seltzer, Grapefruit Water 0kcal 0Protein 0Fat 0Carbs Dos Amigos Inc. Mango Light Seltzer, Mango Water 0kcal 0Protein 0Fat 0Carbs Dos Amigos Inc. Dry Roasted Crunchy Peanuts, Dry Roasted Crunchy Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks 500kcal 21.9Protein 25Fat 50Carbs Dry Roasted Crunchy Peanuts, Dry Roasted Crunchy Dos Amigos Inc. Dry Roasted Crunchy Peanuts, Dry Roasted Crunchy Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks 500kcal 21.9Protein 25Fat 50Carbs Dry Roasted Crunchy Peanuts, Dry Roasted Dos Amigos Inc. Dry Roasted Crunchy Peanuts, Dry Roasted Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks 500kcal 21.9Protein 25Fat 50Carbs Dry Roasted Crunchy Peanuts, Dry Roasted Crunchy Dos Amigos Inc. Dry Roasted Crunchy Peanuts, Dry Roasted Crunchy Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks 500kcal 20Protein 25Fat 50Carbs Citrus Punch Orange Juice, Citrus Punch Orange Dos Amigos Inc. Citrus Punch Orange Juice, Citrus Punch Orange Fruit & Vegetable Juice, Nectars & Fruit Drinks 11kcal 0Protein 0Fat 2.7Carbs Dos Amigos Inc. Citrus Punch Soda, Citrus Punch Soda 11kcal 0Protein 0Fat 2.7Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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