Yellow No. 6 And Red No. 40
What is Yellow No. 6 And Red No. 40?
Yellow No. 6 (Sunset Yellow FCF) and Red No. 40 (Allura Red AC) are synthetic color additives. They are petroleum-derived azo dyes, meaning they are manufactured from chemicals found in petroleum.
Is Yellow No. 6 And Red No. 40 vegan?
Yellow No. 6 And Red No. 40 is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Yellow No. 6 And Red No. 40 a major allergen?
Not a major allergen.
What is Yellow No. 6 And Red No. 40 used for?
These dyes are added to foods and beverages to give them a vibrant orange (Yellow No. 6) or red (Red No. 40) color.
Is Yellow No. 6 And Red No. 40 safe?
Yellow No. 6 and Red No. 40 are approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) as color additives for use in food.
Why it's used
These dyes are added to foods and beverages to give them a vibrant orange (Yellow No. 6) or red (Red No. 40) color. They are commonly found in candies, soft drinks, baked goods, and processed snacks to enhance visual appeal.
Health notes
Yellow No. 6 and Red No. 40 are approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) as color additives for use in food. In April 2025, the FDA announced a plan to phase out petroleum-based synthetic dyes, including Red 40 and Yellow 6. Some studies have suggested a link between consumption of synthetic food dyes and hyperactivity in some children, but 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 both dyes and set acceptable daily intakes.
Allergen info
Not a major allergen.
Foods that contain Yellow No. 6 And Red No. 40
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High in saturated fat — 23% DV per serving
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9.8Fat
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High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving
High in cholesterol — 20% DV per serving
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High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving
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2.2Carbs
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0Fat
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High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving
High in cholesterol — 20% DV per serving
194kcal
22.0Protein
10.6Fat
2.6Carbs
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