Colors Fd-&-c Yellow # 5

FD&C Yellow No. 5, also known as tartrazine, is a synthetic yellow dye. It is produced from petroleum and is one of the most widely used food colors.

Manufacturers add Yellow No. 5 to foods and beverages to give them a yellow color. It is commonly found in candies, puddings, baked goods, soft drinks, and some processed foods.

FD&C Yellow No. 5 is an FDA-approved color additive for use in food. The FDA announced in April 2025 a plan to phase out petroleum-based synthetic dyes, including Yellow No. 5. Some studies have suggested a possible link between Yellow No. 5 and hyperactivity in some children, though the evidence is mixed and not all studies have found a consistent link. JECFA (the Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives) has evaluated Yellow No. 5 and set an acceptable daily intake. The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has also evaluated it.