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C Yellow #5 (Food: Yellow #5)
Synthetic azo dye (tartrazine) used as a yellow food coloring agent.
Mineral or nutrientUpdated May 22, 2026
Health score-2.0
-5Poor5
Water guidelines
- Legal limit
- Not specified
- Health guideline
- Not specified
Food and supplement guidelines
- Legal limit
- Not specified
- Health guideline
- Not specified
Risks
Irritant/sensitizer potential, hypersensitivity reactions, possible behavioral effects in children, regulatory restrictions in some countries
Benefits
Colorant to improve food appearance
References
Waters containing C Yellow #5 (Food: Yellow #5)
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