Yellow 6
AvoidAlso known as: Sunset Yellow, E110
A synthetic yellow-orange dye used in snacks and drinks, flagged for behavioral effects.
Goby Ingredient ScoreAvoid
17/100
Our rating
Avoid
Meaningful evidence of harm, or no benefit alongside a clear downside. How we rate ingredients
What is it?
Yellow 6 is a petroleum-derived artificial color giving an orange-yellow tint. Like other azo dyes it is used purely for appearance.
Is Yellow 6 safe?
Approved by the FDA; the EU mandates warning labels linking it to possible hyperactivity in children.
Commonly Found In
- Soft drinks
- Candy
- Snack foods
- Desserts
Key Concerns
- !Possible hyperactivity in sensitive children
- !Warning label required in EU
- !No nutritional value
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Yellow 6 banned?
It is not banned in the US but carries warning requirements in the EU.