Ingredient · E110

E110

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Source

Not animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Manufacturers add E110 to foods to give them a bright yellow or orange color. …

What it is

E110, also known as Sunset Yellow FCF, is a synthetic yellow azo dye. It is made from petroleum byproducts and is one of the most widely used synthetic food colorings.

Why it's used

Manufacturers add E110 to foods to give them a bright yellow or orange color. It is commonly found in candies, baked goods, beverages, and snack foods like popcorn and potato chips.

Health notes

In the U.S., E110 is approved by the FDA as a color additive. The Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) and the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) have evaluated this colorant. Some studies have suggested a possible link between certain artificial food colorings, including E110, and increased hyperactivity in children, though research findings are mixed and debated.

Allergen info

E110 is not derived from any of the nine FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing E110

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BRITANNIA Fruit Cake Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 373kcal 3.6Protein 16.4Fat 50.9Carbs H.C. Foods Co., Ltd. Monster Jar Candy High in added sugars — 20% DV per serving 480kcal 0Protein 0Fat 124Carbs

Mederer U.S.A.,Inc. Gummi Pizza Candy 323kcal 6.5Protein 0Fat 77.4Carbs Brimhall Foods Co. Inc. Brim's, Cheez Sticks, Cheddar Jalapeno, Cheddar Jalapeno Other Snacks High in sodium — 28% DV per serving 464kcal 7.1Protein 28.6Fat 50Carbs Sterzing Food Company Sterzing's, Flavored Popcorn, Cheese, Cheese Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 571kcal 10.7Protein 46.4Fat 35.7Carbs CMYDISTILLERY, LLC So Nuts And Confections, Bacon And Cheese Cashews Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks 571kcal 17.9Protein 42.9Fat 28.6Carbs Lehi Valley Trading Company, Inc. Triple Play Popcorn, Flavored Popcorn, Caramel, Cheddar, Caramel, Cheddar Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks 464kcal 3.6Protein 17.9Fat 71.4Carbs McIlhenny Company Premium Caramel Corn, Cherry Cordial Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving 458kcal 4.2Protein 18.8Fat 66.7Carbs McIlhenny Company Chicago Style Mix Caramel Corn Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks 467kcal 6.7Protein 23.3Fat 60Carbs Allied International Corp. Of Va Mixed Fruit Candies Candy 429kcal 0Protein 7.1Fat 92.9Carbs Bacci Chocolate Design Traditional Peanut Butter Cup Candy High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 538kcal 7.7Protein 33.3Fat 53.9Carbs Bacci Chocolate Design Traditional Peanut Butter Cup Candy High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 538kcal 7.7Protein 33.3Fat 53.9Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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