Introduction:
Sunset Yellow FCF is a water-soluble synthetic food color belonging to the azo dye family. It produces a bright yellow–orange shade and is widely used in food, beverages, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and industrial applications. Known for its excellent stability, strong tinting strength, and uniform coloring, it is one of the most common FDA-approved food-grade dyes.
 
Applications:
Used in food and beverage industries for drinks, candies, bakery items, snacks, confectionery, and desserts
Added in pharmaceuticals, including syrups, tablets, capsules, and oral solutions
Applied in cosmetics such as soaps, lotions, gels, and personal care items
Used in pet foods and agricultural products
Suitable for industrial coloring in inks, detergents, and cleaners
 
Benefits:
Provides vibrant, consistent yellow-orange coloration
Highly soluble in water for easy blending
Heat, light, and pH stable, suitable for diverse processing conditions
Strong coloring strength, requiring low dosage
Safe, approved colorant for food-grade applications
Offers uniform dispersion without streaking or uneven shades