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SUNSET YELLOW FCF; ORANGE YELLOW S

Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S can be used in food, cosmetics and pharmaceuticals.
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is used in foods, condoms, cosmetics, and drugs.
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is used as an orange or yellow orange dye.

CAS Number: 2783-94-0
EC Number (EINECS): 220-491-7
Molecular Formula: C₁₆H₁₀N₂Na₂O₇S₂
Molecular Weight: 452.37 g/mol

SYNONYMS:
Disodium 6-hydroxy-5-[(4-sulfophenyl)azo]-2-naphthalenesulfonate, Orange Yellow S, FD&C Yellow 6, C.I. 15985, E110, Orange Yellow S, Sunset Yellow FCF, Sunset Yellow, E110, E-110, FD&C Yellow No. 6, CI Food Yellow 3, CI 15985, Yellow 6, Disodium 6-hydroxy-5-[(4-sulfophenyl)azo]-2-naphthalenesulfonate, Food Yellow 3, Orange Yellow S, FD&C Yellow 6, DTXSID6021456, DTXCID101131536, RefChem:1085314, Sunset Yellow FCF, 2783-94-0, Food yellow 3, Sunset yellow, C.I. Food Yellow 3, Orange Yellow S, FD&C Yellow No. 6, C.I. 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Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S (also know as FD&C Yellow 6 in the United States and E110 in Europe) is a synthetic food colour that provides an orange-yellow shade to various food products, as well as some non-food products like cosmetics and pharmaceuticals.
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is available in powder, granules, and liquid form, making it versatile for use in different applications.

Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is known for its excellent solubility and its ability to provide vibrant and bright colours that attract consumers' attention, thereby increasing product sales and brand recognition.
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S, also known as Yellow 6 by the FD&C, is a synthetic yellow azo dye.
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is manufactured from aromatic hydrocarbons found in petroleum.

Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S has a solubility level in water at 120 grams per liter.
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S color is a synthetic azo dye that is commonly used in fermented foods that require to be heat treated.
This color is primarily used as a food colorant to lend a Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S color to the food, sometimes also known as the orange yellow.

All of these are other names for the Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S (e110) dye.
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S has a melting point of 300 degree Celsius.
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S occurs as a brown-orange powder or granules.

Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is principally the disodium salt of 6-hydroxy-5-[(4-sulfophenyl)azo]-2- naphthalenesulfonic acid and subsidiary coloring matters together with sodium chloride and/or sodium sulfate as the principal uncolored components and may be converted to the corresponding aluminum lake.
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S (Powder), European permitted synthetic food color, is a free-flowing blendable water soluble dye powder, free from lumps or visible impurities.

It has a pure dye content no lower than 85% and the C.I. Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S consists essentially of disodium 2-hydroxy-1-(4-sulfonatophenylazo) naphthalene-6-sulfonate and subsidiary colouring matters together with sodium chloride and/or sodium sulfate as the principal uncoloured components.
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is described as the sodium salt.

The color index number of Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is 15985.
The chemical formula of Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is C16H10N2Na2O7S2 and the molecular weight is 452,37.
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is often available in two main forms: the water-soluble dye and the aluminum lake form, which is insoluble and used in products where water solubility is undesirable, such as coatings and tablets.

Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is part of a broader class of synthetic dyes that have largely replaced natural dyes in many applications due to their superior stability and economic advantages.
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is classed chemically as a monoazo color.
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is a synthetic food coloring agent with the code E110.

Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is considered unsafe and has been linked to aggravating attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
However, Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is commonly used in food products as a colorant, although it is recommended to be substituted with safer alternatives.
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S (E110/FD&C Yellow 6) is a synthetic petroleum-derived azo dye, appearing as an orange-red powder used to color foods, cosmetics, and drugs.

Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is commonly found in candy, snacks, beverages, and sauces to enhance appearance.
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S acts as a synthetic colorant to make foods visually appealing, often paired with other dyes like tartrazine.
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is a petroleum-derived orange azo dye with a pH-dependent maximum absorption at about 480 nm at pH 1 and 443 nm at pH 13, with a shoulder at 500 nm.

When added to foods sold in the United States, Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is known as FD&C Yellow 6; when sold in Europe, it is denoted by E Number E110.
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is an azo dye, characterized by the presence of a nitrogen-nitrogen double bond (-N=N-) linking aromatic structures.
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is water-soluble in its sodium salt form and is widely approved for use in many countries, although regulatory limits apply depending on the region.

Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is commonly labeled as E110 in the European Union.
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is a synthetic azo dye commonly used as a yellow to orange food colorant.
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S belongs to the family of water-soluble synthetic dyes and is internationally recognized under the E number E110.

Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S — Food Grade E110 (CAT: ASD-630) is a premium synthetic azo dye delivering a brilliant orange-yellow colour with an exceptionally high verified purity of 90.4% — far exceeding the standard 85% industry requirement.
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is an orange azo dye with pH-dependent absorbance.

Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S (also known as Yellow 6, FD&C Yellow No. 6, and E110 in Europe) is a synthetic food and cosmetic colorant that produces a vibrant yellow-orange hue.
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is a member of the azo dye family and is produced through chemical synthesis.
While Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S has an intense color, it is safe for use within established limits set by regulatory authorities.

Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S, also known as E110, is a synthetic food colorant.
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is obtained by chemical means and belongs to the azobar dye group.
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S owes its popularity to its intense, vibrant color, which can greatly enhance the visual aspect of food products.

Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is a food additive in the category of synthetic azo colorants.
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S gives a yellow color and it is allowed to be used in any type of food (alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, meat products, milk, eggs, vegetables, fruits, cereals, sweets etc.), except those meant for infants and young children.

Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is an orange azo dye with a maximum absorption wavelength of 480 nm.
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is an organic molecular entity.
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is a colourant that may be added to foods to induce a colour change.

Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is denoted by E Number E110, and has the capacity for inducing an allergic reaction.
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S (also known as Food Yellow 3) is a synthetic petroleum-derived orange azo dye commonly used as a food colorant, in cosmetics, and in pharmaceuticals.
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is a petroleum-derived orange azo dye with a pH-dependent maximum absorption at about 480 nm at pH 1 and 443 nm at pH 13, with a shoulder at 500 nm.

When added to foods sold in the United States, Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is known as FD&C Yellow 6; when sold in Europe, it is denoted by E Number E110.
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S, commonly known as Sunset Yellow FCF, is a synthetic azo dye widely used as a coloring agent in food, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic industries.
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S belongs to the class of monoazo compounds, characterized by the presence of an azo (-N=N-) linkage connecting aromatic rings.

Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is typically produced via diazotization of aromatic amines followed by coupling with naphthalene derivatives, resulting in a stable and highly water-soluble compound.
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is generally supplied as the disodium salt, which enhances its solubility and ease of application in aqueous systems.
Due to its bright orange-yellow color and stability, Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is one of the most commonly used synthetic food colorants worldwide.

Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is a synthetic coal tar and azo yellow dye useful in fermented foods which must be heat treated.
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S may be found in orange squash, orange jelly, marzipan, Swiss roll, apricot jam, citrus marmalade, lemon curd, sweets, hot chocolate mix and packet soups, trifle mix, breadcrumbs and cheese sauce mix and soft drinks.

Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is also peach yogurt (potentially others), fortune cookies, some red sauces, certain pound cakes and other yellow, orange, and red food products.
At high concentrations, Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S in solution with water undergoes a phase change from an isotropic liquid to a nematic liquid crystal.
This occurs between 0.8 M and 0.9 M at room temperature.

Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is a food dye, a group of food additives.
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is a petroleum-derived orange azo dye with pH-dependent maximum absorption at approximately 480 nm at pH 1 and 443 nm at pH 13, and a shoulder at 500 nm.
It is known as FD&C Yellow 6 in the United States and as Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S in Europe.

Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is an orange azo dye with pH-dependent absorbance.
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is a food additive approved by the European Union (EU).
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is a yellow, synthetic coal tar food colouring that is highly soluble in water.

Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is a synthetic azo dye and is generally used in fermented foods that require treatment by heat.
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is thought by some to worsen asthma and, when taken in combination with benzoates, to induce hyperactivity in some children.
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is a synthetic dye known as Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S.

Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is valued in the food industry for producing intense orange shades that enhance the visual appeal of products.
This makes Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S easy to dose and ensures even, brilliant results.
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is ideal for a wide range of uses – from food and beverages to cosmetics.

USES and APPLICATIONS of SUNSET YELLOW FCF; ORANGE YELLOW S:
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is mainly used in Food, Drugs & Cosmetic products.
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S has been used in various food and non-food products for a long time because of its ability to provide a vibrant and stable orange-yellow colour.
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is extensively used in a wide range of food products, including soft drinks, sweets, jams, jellies, baked goods, and more.

Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S's bright and vibrant colour enhances the visual attractiveness of products, making them more appealing to consumers which leads to increased sales and brand recognition.
Not only in food products Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is also used in cosmetics and pharmaceuticals which highlights its versatility.
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S has the Color Index No. 15985 and is used in food or beverages like orange sodas, margarine, apricot jam, instant noodles, etc.

Despite Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S's widespread use, there is ongoing research into replacing synthetic dyes with natural alternatives due to consumer demand for “clean label” products.
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S can be used in food, cosmetics and pharmaceuticals.
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is used in foods, condoms, cosmetics, and drugs.

Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is used as an orange or yelloworange dye.
For example, Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is used in candy, desserts, snacks, sauces, and preserved fruits.
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is often used in conjunction with E123, amaranth, to produce a brown colouring in both chocolates and caramel.

Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S can be used to provide an orange color to foods, drugs and cosmetics, including dietary supplements.
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is used to color many different types of foods including cereals, snack foods, baked goods, gelatins, beverages, dessert powders, crackers, and sauces.
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is extensively used in the food industry to color beverages, candies, desserts, snacks, sauces, and baked goods.

Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is particularly common in orange-flavored products.
In the pharmaceutical industry, Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is used as a coloring agent in tablets, capsules, and syrups to improve product identification and patient compliance.
In cosmetics, Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is used in products such as shampoos, soaps, and lotions, although its use may be restricted depending on regional regulations.

Additionally, Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is used in industrial applications, including inks, coatings, and plastics, where water-soluble dyes are required.
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is used in foods, cosmetics, and drugs.
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is used as an orange or yellow-orange dye.

For example, Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is used in candy, desserts, snacks, sauces, and preserved fruits.
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is often used in conjunction with E123, amaranth, to produce a brown colouring in both chocolates and caramel
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is a widely used synthetic azo dye belonging to the class of petroleum-derived food colorants.

Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is commonly used to impart an orange to yellow hue in a variety of consumer products, especially in the food, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic industries.
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is used in foods (jellies, snacks, cheeses), pharmaceuticals, and cosmetics.
Pharmaceuticals: Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is used in capsules, syrups, and tablets for aesthetic differentiation and brand identity.

Due to its bright orange-yellow hue, cost-effectiveness, and high stability, Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is widely used in food, beverages, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetics.
Highly water-soluble and stable in the presence of fruit acids and light, Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is widely used in food, beverage, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic applications globally as E110 (EU) and FD&C Yellow No. 6 (USA).
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S can be used in a wide variety of applications, from food products to cosmetics and personal care items.

Textiles and Inks: Besides its use in food, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals, Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is also employed in the textile and printing industries, particularly for inks and dyes.
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is used in food, cosmetics and pharmaceuticals.
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is used as a colorant food additive in many food products.

Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is widely used in various industries, including food, beverages, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals, to provide color and enhance product appeal.
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is widely used in the food industry, particularly in the production of carbonated beverages, candy, fruit preparations and dairy products.
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is also popular in cosmetics and medicines, where it is used to improve the appearance of the product.

Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is often used in the food industry due to its color stabilizing properties, resistance to high temperatures and ability to maintain a constant shade under different conditions.
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is particularly suitable for large buyers who require high quality and reliable results.
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is versatile and can be used in:

Food: Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is ideal for confectionery, beverages, baked goods, puddings, jams, and ready-to-eat meals to achieve an attractive orange color.
Cosmetic products: Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is used for coloring soaps, creams, and other personal care products.
Technical applications: The Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is also used in cleaning and textile products.

When Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is used in food, maximum permitted levels must be observed.
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S can be used in food, cosmetics and pharmaceuticals.
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is used in food, cosmetics and pharmaceuticals.

Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is used as a colorant food additive in many food products.
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is used as a synthetic colouring agent in food and drink products.
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is a widely used synthetic food color that imparts a bright orange-yellow shade.

Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is popular in beverages, confectionery, bakery, dairy desserts, sauces, and pharmaceuticals.
Known for its excellent solubility, coloring strength, and stability, Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S ensures consistent performance under normal processing conditions.
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S can be used in food, cosmetics and pharmaceuticals.

Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is used in foods, cosmetics, and drugs.
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is used as an orange or yellow-orange dye.
For example, Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is used in candy, desserts, snacks, sauces, and preserved fruits.

Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is often used in conjunction with E123, amaranth, to produce a brown colouring in both chocolates and caramel
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is highly stable, often used in heat-treated foods, and is commonly used in combination with other dyes to achieve specific shades.

Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is widely used as a coloring agent in the food industry, providing orange and yellow shades to products such as soft drinks, confectionery, desserts, snacks, sauces, and baked goods.
Its stability under processing conditions makes Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S suitable for industrial food production.
In addition to food applications, Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is used in pharmaceutical formulations, including syrups and tablet coatings, where it enhances product appearance and identification.

Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is also applied in cosmetics, such as lip products and personal care items.
In some industrial contexts, Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S may be used in dyes for textiles or other materials requiring water-soluble colorants.
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is often blended with other colorants to achieve a wide spectrum of shades.

-Cosmetics & Personal Care uses of Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S:
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is found in soaps, shampoos, lipsticks, and other personal care products.
*Animal Feed:
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is added to pet foods and animal feed for improved appearance.

-Food & Beverages use of Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S:
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is widely used in soft drinks, candies, ice creams, dairy products, baked goods, sauces, and jams.
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S provides bright, stable orange-yellow shades that enhance product appeal.

-Pharmaceuticals use of Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S:
*Tablet and Capsule Coating:
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is used in pharmaceutical products for coloring tablets, capsules, and syrups, making medications easier to identify and more aesthetically pleasing.

*Oral Suspensions:
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is also used in liquid pharmaceutical formulations to give them a consistent and professional appearance.

-Food and Beverages use of Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S:
*Coloring Agent in Food:
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is commonly used to color processed foods such as snacks, desserts, candies, ice creams, and soft drinks, providing a bright and attractive finish.

*Beverages:
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is frequently added to carbonated drinks, energy drinks, and fruit juices to give them an appealing color.

*Confectionery:
From gummy candies to chocolate coatings, Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is used to enhance the visual appeal of confectionery products.

-Cosmetics and Personal Care Products use of Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S:
*Cosmetic Formulations:
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is used in various cosmetic products such as lipsticks, eye shadows, blushes, and nail polishes to create vibrant colors.

*Shampoos and Conditioners:
In hair care products, Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is used to add a golden hue to shampoos, conditioners, and styling gels.

*Lotions and Creams:
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is also utilized in body lotions, creams, and other personal care products to enhance visual appeal while maintaining product stability.

KEY FEATURES & BENEFITS of SUNSET YELLOW FCF; ORANGE YELLOW S:
Superior purity — verified assay of 90.4%, providing more intense coloration and better value per kilogram than standard 85% grades
High solubility — excellent solubility in water, ensuring clear, bright solutions without turbidity
Low impurities — subsidiary dyes 0.23% and dye intermediates 0.19%, well below regulatory limits
Global compliance — meets or exceeds specifications for EU, USA, and Australia/NZ regulatory markets
Light and acid stable — preferred choice for beverages, confectionery, and desserts exposed to fruit acids

ADVANTAGES of SUNSET YELLOW FCF; ORANGE YELLOW S:
Vivid and stable color in aqueous systems.
Cost-effective compared to natural colorants.
High solubility in water, easy incorporation in formulations.
Stable under heat and light, suitable for processed foods.
Wide application versatility in food, beverages, and pharmaceuticals.

COMMON PRODUCTS CONTAINING SUNSET YELLOW FCF; ORANGE YELLOW S:
*Snack foods (chips, crackers)
*Sweets and confectioneries
*Jams, marmalades, and desserts
*Soft drinks and energy drinks
*Sauces and soups

CHARACTERISTICS of SUNSET YELLOW FCF; ORANGE YELLOW S:
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is valued for its high tinting strength, meaning a small quantity can produce intense coloration.
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S provides consistent and reproducible coloring, which is critical in industrial applications.
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is compatible with many other food dyes, allowing formulation of a wide range of shades.
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S demonstrates good chemical stability, especially in products exposed to light, heat, and varying pH levels.
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S also shows resistance to microbial degradation due to its synthetic structure.

PROPERTIES of SUNSET YELLOW FCF; ORANGE YELLOW S:
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S has high water solubility, which makes it easy to use in various food products.
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is resistant to fading and color changes when exposed to light and heat, which makes it exceptionally useful in products that require a long shelf life.

SUNSET YELLOW FCF; ORANGE YELLOW S AND ITS FUNCTIONS IN FOOD:
In food, Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S functions primarily as a colorant that improves or changes the color of a product, making it more attractive and appetizing to the consumer.
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S can also affect the perception of a product’s taste and quality, which is particularly important in products where appearance is a key element of appeal.

KEY FEATURES of SUNSET YELLOW FCF; ORANGE YELLOW S:
Bright and Vivid Color:
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S offers a bold yellow-orange hue that is stable across a wide range of formulations, ensuring consistent and appealing color in final products.

Water-Soluble:
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is water-soluble, making it easy to incorporate into water-based formulations like beverages, gels, and aqueous creams.

Stability:
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S has a good level of color stability when exposed to light and heat, making it suitable for products that require long shelf lives and consistent coloring.
FDA and EU Approved: Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) for use in food, cosmetics, and pharmaceutical products, though its usage is regulated by established limits.

PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES of SUNSET YELLOW FCF; ORANGE YELLOW S:
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S appears as an orange to reddish-yellow powder or granules.
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is highly soluble in water, forming a bright orange solution, but it is only slightly soluble or insoluble in organic solvents such as ethanol.
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S exhibits strong light absorption in the visible region, which gives it its coloring properties.

Chemically, Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is a sulfonated azo compound, meaning it contains sulfonic acid groups (-SO₃⁻) that enhance its water solubility and stability in aqueous systems.
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is relatively stable under normal storage conditions, including moderate heat and light exposure, although prolonged exposure to strong light or oxidizing agents may lead to degradation.
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S has good pH stability in acidic to neutral conditions, making it suitable for beverages and processed foods.

However, Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S may show slight color variation under highly alkaline conditions.
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S does not have a sharp melting point because it decomposes upon heating.
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is non-volatile and does not exhibit significant vapor pressure.

BENEFITS of SUNSET YELLOW FCF; ORANGE YELLOW S:
One of the main benefits of Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is its cost-effectiveness compared to natural colorants.
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S offers strong and stable coloration with minimal usage.
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S also provides batch-to-batch consistency, which is essential for large-scale manufacturing.
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S's water solubility allows easy incorporation into aqueous formulations without the need for complex processing.
Furthermore, Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S's stability helps extend the shelf life and visual appeal of products.

USAGE of SUNSET YELLOW FCF; ORANGE YELLOW S:
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S can be added directly to dough, beverages, or water-based cosmetic formulations, depending on the application.
If necessary, Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S can be diluted in distilled water to create a solution.
A 1% solution is enough to color dough or icing.
20 g is sufficient for 2 liters, and 1 kg for 100 liters of a 1% solution.
1 g dye + 99 ml water = 100 ml 1% solution
10 g dye + 990 ml water = 1 liter 1% solution

ADVANTAGES of SUNSET YELLOW FCF; ORANGE YELLOW S:
*High concentration:
Small amounts are enough to achieve intense and even orange shades.

*Wide range of uses:
Thanks to its water-soluble properties, Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is easy to handle and adapts to various recipes.

*Color stability:
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S remains stable even when exposed to light and higher temperatures, making it ideal for industrial production processes.

CHARACTERISTICS AND USES of SUNSET YELLOW FCF; ORANGE YELLOW S:
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is used in foods, cosmetics, and drugs as orange or yellow-orange dye.
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is commonly combined with amaranth for brown coloring in chocolates.
Acceptable daily intake (ADI) is 0-4 mg/kg in EU and WHO/FAO guidelines.

HISTORY of SUNSET YELLOW FCF; ORANGE YELLOW S:
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S, chemically known as disodium 6-hydroxy-5-[(4-sulfophenyl)azo]-2-naphthalenesulfonate, was first synthesized in the early 20th century when synthetic dyes were becoming increasingly popular in the food industry.
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S was developed to replace natural dyes, which were often inconsistent and faded on products in some time.
By the 1920s and 1930s, Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S was widely used globally, particularly in the United States and Europe.
Today, it remains one of the most commonly used synthetic food dyes worldwide, valued for its brilliant colour and dependable performance.

PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES of SUNSET YELLOW FCF; ORANGE YELLOW S:
Chemical formula : C16H10N2Na2O7S2.
IUPAC name: Disodium 6-hydroxy-5-[(4-sulfonyl)azo]-2-naphthalenesulfonate.
Molar mass : 452.36 g•mol −1.
Its melting point is 300 °C (572 °F; 573 K).

Chemical Structure
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is in powder-granule form and has a reddish-orange color.
Its color does not change when Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S reacts with acids.
When tin chloride is added to Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S, its color can lighten within 2 minutes.

When a different substance, "sodium perborate," is added, the orange color of the resulting solution darkens.
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is soluble in water at least 85%.
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S, which is soluble in very small amounts of ethanol, has a maximum loss of 15% during drying.

BENEFITS AND FUNCTIONAL ADVANTAGES of SUNSET YELLOW FCF; ORANGE YELLOW S:
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S offers several advantages, including high coloring efficiency, consistent performance, and cost-effectiveness compared to natural colorants.
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S's excellent water solubility allows easy formulation in liquid and semi-solid systems, while its stability ensures minimal color loss during processing and storage.
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S enhances the visual appeal and uniformity of products, which is essential for consumer acceptance.
Additionally, Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S provides reproducible and standardized coloration, making it ideal for large-scale industrial applications.
Like other synthetic dyes, Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S does not contribute nutritional value but serves a purely functional and aesthetic role.

KEY DETAILS ABOUT SUNSET YELLOW FCF; ORANGE YELLOW S:
Appearance:
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is reddish-orange powder, typically supplied as a sodium salt.
Chemical Properties:
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is a sulfonated monoazo dye with a maximum absorption wavelength of roughly 480 nm.
Uses:
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is used to provide yellow-orange color in gelatin, frozen desserts, sweets, bakery products, and medications.

PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES of SUNSET YELLOW FCF; ORANGE YELLOW S:
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S appears as an orange to reddish-orange powder or granules with strong coloring ability.
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S is highly soluble in water, producing a vivid orange solution, while it is practically insoluble in most organic solvents.

Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S exhibits good thermal stability, allowing it to withstand processing conditions such as heating, baking, and pasteurization without significant degradation.
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S also shows stability over a wide pH range, particularly in acidic and neutral environments, although slight color variation may occur at extreme pH values.
Chemically, Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S contains an azo (-N=N-) chromophore, which is responsible for its coloration, along with sulfonate (-SO₃⁻) groups that confer water solubility and ionic character.

Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S has a maximum absorption wavelength around 480–490 nm, corresponding to its orange-yellow appearance.
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S does not exhibit a sharp melting point but instead decomposes at elevated temperatures (above ~300°C).
Under strong reducing conditions, the azo bond may cleave, potentially forming aromatic amines.

KEY CHARACTERISTICS AND PROPERTIES of SUNSET YELLOW FCF; ORANGE YELLOW S:
*Synthetic monoazo dye
*Bright orange to yellow color
*High water solubility
*Low solubility in organic solvents
*Strong tinctorial strength (high coloring efficiency)
*Stable under heat and light
*Stable across wide pH ranges
*Anionic dye due to sulfonate groups
*Absorption maximum ~480–490 nm
*Typically used as disodium salt
*Compatible with aqueous and semi-solid systems

PHYSICAL and CHEMICAL PROPERTIES of SUNSET YELLOW FCF; ORANGE YELLOW S:
CAS Number: 2783-94-0
EC Number (EINECS): 220-491-7
Molecular Formula: C₁₆H₁₀N₂Na₂O₇S₂
Molecular Weight: 452.37 g/mol
Chemical formula: C16H10N2Na2O7S2
Molar mass: 452.36 g•mol−1
Melting point: 300 °C (572 °F; 573 K)
Molecular Weight: 452.4 g/mol
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count: 1

Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count: 9
Rotatable Bond Count: 2
Exact Mass: 451.97248157 Da
Monoisotopic Mass: 451.97248157 Da
Topological Polar Surface Area: 176 Å²
Heavy Atom Count: 29
Formal Charge: 0
Complexity: 722
Isotope Atom Count: 0

Defined Atom Stereocenter Count: 0
Undefined Atom Stereocenter Count: 0
Defined Bond Stereocenter Count: 0
Undefined Bond Stereocenter Count: 0
Covalently-Bonded Unit Count: 3
Compound Is Canonicalized: Yes
Formal Name: 6-hydroxy-5-[2-(4-sulfophenyl)diazenyl]-2-naphthalenesulfonic acid, disodium salt

CAS Number: 2783-94-0
Synonyms: C.I. 15985
1351 Yellow
1899 Yellow
Sunset Yellow FCF; Orange Yellow S
Molecular Formula: C16H10N2O7S2 • 2Na
Formula Weight: 452.4
Purity: ≥85%
λmax: 214, 235, 312, 479 nm

SMILES: O=S([O-])(C1=CC=C(C=C1)N=NC2=C(C=CC3=CC(S(=O)([O-])=O)=CC=C32)O)=O.[Na+].[Na+]
InChi Code: InChI=1S/C16H12N2O7S2.2Na/c19-15-8-1-10-9-13(27(23,24)25)6-7-14(10)16(15)18-17-11-2-4-12(5-3-11)26(20,21)22;;/h1-9,19H,(H,20,21,22)(H,23,24,25);;/q;2*+1/p-2
InChi Key: OIQPTROHQCGFEF-UHFFFAOYSA-L
Empirical Formula (Hill Notation): C16H10N2Na2O7S2
CAS Number: 2783-94-0
Molecular Weight: 452.37
NACRES: NA.47
PubChem Substance ID: 24870256

UNSPSC Code: 12171500
EC Number: 220-491-7
MDL number: MFCD00036437
Colour Index Number: 15985
PSA: 176.11000
XLogP3: 4.93060
Appearance: Orange-red crystals
Melting Point: 390°C (dec.)
Water Solubility: H2O: 5-10 g/100 mL at 24 ºC;soluble in water, ethanol

Storage Conditions: Keep in a cool, dry, dark location in a tightly sealed container or cylinder.
Keep away from incompatible materials, ignition sources and untrained individuals.
Secure and label area.
Protect containers/cylinders from physical damage.
Vapor Pressure: 1.43X10-22 mm Hg at 25 °C (estimated)
Chemical formula: C16H10N2Na2O7S2
Molar mass: 452.36 g•mol−1
Melting point: 300 °C (572 °F; 573 K)
Molecular Formula / Molecular Weight: C16H10N2Na2O7S2 = 452.36

Physical State (20 deg.C): Solid
Storage Temperature: Room Temperature (Recommended in a cool and dark place, <15°C)
CAS RN: 2783-94-0
Reaxys Registry Number: 6628338
PubChem Substance ID: 87575743
Merck Index (14): 9001
Colour Index: 15985
MDL Number: MFCD00036437

Appearance: Orange to reddish-yellow powder or granules
Odor: Odorless
Physical State: Solid
Color: Bright orange/yellow
Solubility in Water: Highly soluble (forms orange solution)
Solubility in Organic Solvents: Slightly soluble to insoluble (e.g., ethanol)
Particle Nature: Fine powder or crystalline solid
Hygroscopicity: Slightly hygroscopic (may absorb moisture)

Stability (Physical): Stable under normal storage conditions
Decomposition: Decomposes upon heating (no defined melting point)
Chemical Class: Azo dye (contains –N=N– azo linkage)
Ionic Nature: Anionic (due to sulfonate groups)
Functional Groups: Azo group (–N=N–), Sulfonate groups (–SO₃⁻), Aromatic rings
pH Stability: Stable in acidic to neutral conditions; Slight variation in strongly alkaline conditions
Light Stability: Good, but may degrade under prolonged strong light exposure
Thermal Stability: Moderate; stable at typical processing temperatures but decomposes at high temperatures

Oxidation Sensitivity: Can degrade in presence of strong oxidizing agents
Reduction Sensitivity: Azo bond may undergo reductive cleavage under strong reducing conditions
UV-Visible Absorption: Strong absorption in visible region (~480 nm), responsible for color
Reactivity: Generally low reactivity under normal conditions; Chemically stable in formulated systems
Dissociation: Exists as disodium salt in aqueous solutions
Compatibility: Compatible with many other food dyes and formulation ingredients

Molecular Structure: Aromatic azo compound with sulfonated substituents
Charge: Negatively charged in aqueous solution
Volatility: Non-volatile
Vapor Pressure: Negligible
Flammability: Not highly flammable but may burn under extreme conditions
Appearance: Powder
Physical State: Solid
Solubility: Soluble in water (190 mg/ml at 25° C), ethanol (slightly), glycerol, propylene glycol (slightly), and DMSO

Storage: Store at room temperature
Melting Point: >300° C (lit.)
Empirical Formula (Hill Notation): C16H10N2Na2O7S2
CAS Number: 2783-94-0
Molecular Weight: 452.37
NACRES: NA.24
E Number: E110

PubChem Substance ID: 329761152
UNSPSC Code: 12164500
EC Number: 220-491-7
MDL number: MFCD00036437
Colour Index Number: 15985
Physical state: powder
Color: red, orange

Odor: No data available
Melting point/freezing point: Melting point/ range: 300 °C
Initial boiling point and boiling range: 836,6 °C
Flammability (solid, gas): No data available
Upper/lower flammability or explosive limits: No data available
Flash point: No data available
Autoignition temperature: No data available

Decomposition temperature: No data available
pH: No data available
Viscosity: Viscosity, kinematic: No data available;
Viscosity, dynamic: No data available
Water solubility: 4.000 g/l at 26 °C - soluble
Partition coefficient: n-octanol/water log Pow: -0,244 at 26 °C
Vapor pressure: No data available
Density: 0,617 g/cm3 at 26 °C

Relative density: No data available
Relative vapour density: No data available
Particle characteristics: No data available
Explosive properties: No data available
Oxidizing properties: No data available
Other safety information: Solubility in other solvents Ether - slightly soluble; Ethanol - soluble

Formal Name: 6-hydroxy-5-[2-(4-sulfophenyl)diazenyl]-2-naphthalenesulfonic acid, disodium salt
CAS Number: 2783-94-0
Molecular Formula: C16H10N2O7S2 • 2Na
Formula Weight: 452.4
λmax: 214, 235, 312, 479 nm
SMILES: O=S([O-])(C1=CC=C(C=C1)N=NC2=C(C=CC3=CC(S(=O)([O-])=O)=CC=C32)O)=O.[Na+].[Na+]
InChi Code: InChI=1S/C16H12N2O7S2.2Na/c19-15-8-1-10-9-13(27(23,24)25)6-7-14(10)16(15)18-17-11-2-4-12(5-3-11)26(20,21)22;;/h1-9,19H,(H,20,21,22)(H,23,24,25);;/q;2*+1/p-2
InChi Key: OIQPTROHQCGFEF-UHFFFAOYSA-L

CAS number: 2783-94-0
Color index: C.I. 15985 (Food Yellow 3)
Common names: E110 (EU) • FD&C Yellow No. 6 (USA) • Food Colour 110 (AU/NZ)
Grade: Food Grade / Pharmaceutical Grade
Form: Powder
Colour: Orange-yellow
Solubility: Excellent solubility in water; clear bright solutions

Chemical Name: Disodium 6-hydroxy-5-[(4-sulfophenyl)azo]-2-naphthalenesulfonate
Common Name: Sunset Yellow FCF
E Number: E110
CAS Number: 2783-94-0
Molecular Formula: C₁₆H₁₀N₂Na₂O₇S₂
Molecular Weight: 452.37 g/mol
Appearance: Orange to reddish-yellow powder or granules
Solubility: Freely soluble in water; slightly soluble in ethanol
Hue: Yellow–orange

FIRST AID MEASURES of SUNSET YELLOW FCF; ORANGE YELLOW S:
-Description of first-aid measures
*General advice:
Show this material safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance.
*If inhaled:
After inhalation:
Fresh air.
*In case of skin contact:
Take off immediately all contaminated clothing.
Rinse skin with
water/ shower.
*In case of eye contact:
After eye contact:
Rinse out with plenty of water.
Call in ophthalmologist.
Remove contact lenses.
*If swallowed:
After swallowing:
Immediately make victim drink water (two glasses at most).
Consult a physician.
-Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed.
No data available

ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES of SUNSET YELLOW FCF; ORANGE YELLOW S:
-Environmental precautions:
Do not let product enter drains.
-Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up:
Cover drains.
Collect, bind, and pump off spills.
Observe possible material restrictions.
Take up dry.
Dispose of properly.
Clean up affected area.

FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES of SUNSET YELLOW FCF; ORANGE YELLOW S:
-Extinguishing media:
*Suitable extinguishing media:
Carbon dioxide (CO2)
Foam
Dry powder
*Unsuitable extinguishing media:
For this substance/mixture no limitations of extinguishing agents are given.
-Further information:
Prevent fire extinguishing water from contaminating surface water or the ground water system.

EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION of SUNSET YELLOW FCF; ORANGE YELLOW S:
-Control parameters:
--Ingredients with workplace control parameters:
-Exposure controls:
--Personal protective equipment:
*Eye/face protection:
Use equipment for eye protection.
Safety glasses
*Body Protection:
protective clothing
*Respiratory protection:
Recommended Filter type: Filter A
-Control of environmental exposure:
Do not let product enter drains.

HANDLING and STORAGE of SUNSET YELLOW FCF; ORANGE YELLOW S:
-Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities:
*Storage conditions:
Tightly closed.
Dry.

STABILITY and REACTIVITY of SUNSET YELLOW FCF; ORANGE YELLOW S:
-Chemical stability:
The product is chemically stable under standard ambient conditions (room temperature).
-Possibility of hazardous reactions:
No data available