Sunset Yellow FCF

E110
Hazard level: Moderate health concern Colourant (E100–199)

What is Sunset Yellow FCF?

Synthetic azo dye. Linked to hyperactivity in children and potential allergic skin reactions.

Is Sunset Yellow FCF safe?

Sunset Yellow FCF is a moderate health concern — best consumed in moderation.

Score impact: −5 points on the FoodsScan score (FoodsScan scores run 0–100, where 100 is best.)

Found in 11 of 12,846 analysed products in the FoodsScan database.

Regulatory sources: EFSA

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Also known as

Sunset Yellow FCF is also known as e110, yellow 6, ci 15985, сънсет жълто, sunset yellow — these all refer to the same ingredient.

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Products containing Sunset Yellow FCF

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