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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

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Food and supplement guidelines

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Health guideline
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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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