Includes Yellow Lake 6
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What is Includes Yellow Lake 6?
Yellow 6 is a synthetic yellow food dye. It is one of the most widely used food colorings in the United States. It is made from petroleum byproducts.
Is Includes Yellow Lake 6 vegan?
Includes Yellow Lake 6 is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Includes Yellow Lake 6 gluten-free?
Yellow 6 is not derived from any of the nine major allergens and does not contain gluten.
Is Includes Yellow Lake 6 a major allergen?
Not a major allergen.
What is Includes Yellow Lake 6 used for?
Manufacturers add Yellow 6 to foods to give them a bright yellow color.
Is Includes Yellow Lake 6 safe?
Yellow 6 is an FDA-approved food additive.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add Yellow 6 to foods to give them a bright yellow color. It is found in a wide variety of processed foods, including baked goods, snacks, beverages, and candies. It is often used in combination with other dyes to create various shades.
Health notes
Yellow 6 is an FDA-approved food additive. The FDA has stated that it is safe for consumption at typical levels. However, some studies have suggested a possible link between artificial food dyes, including Yellow 6, and hyperactivity in some children. The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has also evaluated Yellow 6. In April 2025, the FDA announced a plan to phase out petroleum-based synthetic dyes, including Yellow 6, from the U.S. food supply.
Allergen info
Not a major allergen. Yellow 6 is not derived from any of the nine major allergens and does not contain gluten.
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