Color Yellow#5
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What it is
Yellow #5, also known as tartrazine, is a synthetic food coloring. It is produced from petroleum and used to give foods a yellow hue.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add Yellow #5 to make foods more visually appealing by imparting a yellow color. It is commonly found in a wide range of products including candies, beverages, baked goods, and snack foods.
Health notes
Yellow #5 is an FDA-approved color additive for use in food. JECFA has evaluated it and set an acceptable daily intake. EFSA has also evaluated it. Some studies have suggested a link between synthetic food dyes, including Yellow #5, and hyperactivity in some children, though evidence is mixed. In April 2025, the FDA announced a plan to phase out petroleum-based synthetic dyes, including Yellow #5.
Allergen info
Not a major allergen.
Products containing Color Yellow#5
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Candy Club, LLC
Pineapple Rings Candy, Pineapple
333kcal
4.8Protein
0Fat
83.3Carbs
Casey's General Stores, Inc.
Gummi Pizzas Flavored Candy, Gummi Pizzas
High in added sugars — 36% DV per serving
333kcal
3.0Protein
0Fat
78.8Carbs
Patron Saint Records
Mangitos Locos, Mangitos
High in added sugars — 28% DV per serving
318kcal
3.6Protein
3.6Fat
75Carbs
Game On Foods Inc.
Gummi Candies, Gummi
High in added sugars — 34% DV per serving
333kcal
3.3Protein
0Fat
80Carbs