Orange Colour E-110, also known as Sunset Yellow FCF, is a synthetic azo dye used to give foods and drinks a bright orange to yellow shade. As a colour, it restores or standardises appearance in products where natural hue fades or varies, helping manufacturers achieve a consistent look across batches. It is water soluble and typically supplied as a powder or granular form.
Manufacturers use E-110 in beverages, desserts, confectionery, sauces and snack seasonings. A formulator should note that it dissolves readily in water, is stable in most food systems, and needs protection from light and heat to avoid fading. It should be stored in a cool, dry place, away from strong oxidising agents.
Also known as Orange Colour, Orange Yellow S, FD&C Yellow No. 6
| Appearance | Orange-red to red powder |
| Shelf life | 24 months, unopened |
| Storage | Cool, dry place |
| Test | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Assay | >=85% pure dye |
| Heavy metals | Per specification |
| Arsenic | <1mg/kg |
| Subsidiary dyes | Per specification |
QC requirements shown apply to every destination or to the EU. Lot-specific results (assay, moisture, pH, microbiological and heavy-metal testing) vary by production batch and are supplied on the Certificate of Analysis for each shipment.
Yes. Every shipment of Sunset Yellow FCF comes with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis. If you need further documents, such as an allergen or GMO declaration or a certificate of origin, tell us at the enquiry stage and we will confirm what is available.
Storage: Cool, dry place. Shelf life: 24 months, unopened.
The certifications associated with Sunset Yellow FCF include FSSC 22000, CNAS CoA. Tell us which certification your audit requires and we will confirm what can be provided before you order.
In most cases, yes. Tell us your target volume and application on the contact form and we'll confirm sample availability along with indicative pricing and lead time.