FD&C Yellow 5 Aluminum Lake
What is FD&C Yellow 5 Aluminum Lake?
FD&C Yellow 5 Aluminum Lake is a synthetic color additive. It is made by combining FD&C Yellow 5 (also known as Tartrazine), a petroleum-derived dye, with aluminum hydroxide. This process creates an insoluble pigment, known as a 'lake,' which provides color by dispersion rather than by dissolving.
Is FD&C Yellow 5 Aluminum Lake vegan?
FD&C Yellow 5 Aluminum Lake is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is FD&C Yellow 5 Aluminum Lake a major allergen?
Not a major allergen.
What is FD&C Yellow 5 Aluminum Lake used for?
Manufacturers add FD&C Yellow 5 Aluminum Lake to foods to give them a yellow color.
Is FD&C Yellow 5 Aluminum Lake safe?
FD&C Yellow 5 Aluminum Lake is an FDA-approved color additive for use in food.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add FD&C Yellow 5 Aluminum Lake to foods to give them a yellow color. Its lake form makes it suitable for products with little moisture or fat, where it can provide stable and consistent coloring. It is commonly found in products like cakes, cupcakes, snack cakes, candy, and cookies.
Health notes
FD&C Yellow 5 Aluminum Lake 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, which includes Yellow 5. Some studies have explored a potential link between synthetic food colors, including Yellow 5, and hyperactivity in some children, but the evidence is mixed and not conclusive for the general population. The Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) has evaluated Tartrazine (Yellow 5) and set an acceptable daily intake. The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has also evaluated Tartrazine.
Allergen info
Not a major allergen.
Foods that contain FD&C Yellow 5 Aluminum Lake
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Pepsico Inc.
Gamesa Sugar Wafer Vanilla Cookies 6.7 Ounce Plastic Bag
High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving
500kcal
2.9Protein
23.5Fat
67.7Carbs
Crown Candy Corporation
Pecan Log
456kcal
3.5Protein
24.6Fat
61.4Carbs
Lieber Chocolate & Food Products Co.
Butterscotch Chips, Butterscotch
High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving
High in added sugars — 42% DV per serving
533kcal
0Protein
30Fat
70Carbs
Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.
Easter Bark Flavored Creamy Milk Chocolate Peanut Butter Thin Bark With Springtime Sprinkles, Easter Bark
High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving
High in added sugars — 26% DV per serving
536kcal
7.1Protein
32.1Fat
57.1Carbs
Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.
Crispy Rice Tree Kit - Crispy Rice Cereal, Mini Marshmallows, Green Color Powder, Chocolate Candies, White Icing Pen, Crispy Rice Tree
High in added sugars — 40% DV per serving
372kcal
2.3Protein
3.5Fat
81.4Carbs
UTZ Quality Foods, LLC
Sea Salt, Guacamole Superior Dipping Chips, Sea Salt, Guacamole
500kcal
7.1Protein
28.6Fat
57.1Carbs
Gamesa USA Inc.
Pecan Flavored Sandwich Cookies, Pecan
High in added sugars — 20% DV per serving
471kcal
5.9Protein
17.6Fat
73.5Carbs
Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.
Sprinkles Mix, Neon
375kcal
0Protein
0Fat
75Carbs
Gamesa USA Inc.
Lemon Sandwich Cookies, Lemon
High in added sugars — 20% DV per serving
452kcal
6.5Protein
16.1Fat
74.2Carbs
Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.
Whoopie Pie Cookie Kit, Whoopie Pie
High in added sugars — 70% DV per serving
377kcal
3.8Protein
3.8Fat
86.8Carbs
Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.
Crunchy Snackable Mini Grahams Covered In Velvety Milk Chocolate With Springtime Sprinkles, Velvety Milk Chocolate With Springtime Sprinkles
High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving
High in added sugars — 24% DV per serving
484kcal
6.5Protein
22.6Fat
67.7Carbs
Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.
Festive Sandwich Cookie Cremes Covered In Creamy White Chocolate With Springtime Sprinkles, Festive With Springtime Sprinkles
High in added sugars — 24% DV per serving
500kcal
3.9Protein
26.9Fat
65.4Carbs
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