Sunset Yellow FCF
Sunset Yellow gives a clean orange that beta-carotene cannot reach without a red component.
Key Specifications
| CAS number | 2783-94-0 |
|---|---|
| E number | E110 |
| Purity | ≥ 85 percent dye content |
| Solubility | Soluble in water |
| Dosage | 5-40 ppm |
| Stability | Good in acid and heat |
An orange shade that natural colours struggle to match
Sunset Yellow gives a clean orange that beta-carotene cannot reach without a red component. It is stable across beverage pH and heat, which keeps it in use despite the EU warning requirement.
Blending for shades
It is normally blended with tartrazine or carmoisine to hit specific orange shades rather than used alone.
Typical Applications
- Orange beverages and cordials — 10-30 ppm for a stable orange.
- Desserts and ice cream — 10-40 ppm in combination with other colours.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does it need an EU warning?
Yes, it is one of the six Southampton colours requiring the attention warning.
Is it stable in vitamin C?
Can fade in ascorbic-acid systems; test the final beverage.
What replaces it naturally?
Annatto and beta-carotene blends, with some loss of brightness.
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