Sunset Yellow FCF

Sunset Yellow FCF (also know as FD&C Yellow 6 in the United States and E110 in Europe) is a synthetic food colour that provides an orange-yellow shade to various food products, as well as some non-food products like cosmetics and pharmaceuticals. This colourant is available in powder, granules, and liquid form, making it versatile for use in different applications. Sunset Yellow FCF is known for its excellent solubility and its ability to provide vibrant and bright colours that attract consumers' attention, thereby increasing product sales and brand recognition.

Sunset Yellow FCF, chemically known as disodium 6-hydroxy-5-[(4-sulfophenyl)azo]-2-naphthalenesulfonate, was first synthesized in the early 20th century when synthetic dyes were becoming increasingly popular in the food industry. It was developed to replace natural dyes, which were often inconsistent and faded on products in some time. By the 1920s and 1930s, Sunset Yellow FCF was widely used globally, particularly in the United States and Europe. Today, it remains one of the most commonly used synthetic food dyes worldwide, valued for its brilliant colour and dependable performance.

Sunset Yellow FCF is extensively used in a wide range of food products, including soft drinks, sweets, jams, jellies, baked goods, and more. Its bright and vibrant colour enhances the visual attractiveness of products, making them more appealing to consumers which leads to increased sales and brand recognition. Not only in food products this colourant is also used in cosmetics and pharmaceuticals which highlights its versatility.

Using low-quality colours including Sunset Yellow FCF can lead to various issues, particularly at the commercial level where product appeal and brand reputation are crucial for sales. Inferior colourants may result in inconsistent and faded appearances, impacting the overall look of products. Additionally, low-quality colours might contain impurities that pose health risks to consumers and legal liabilities for manufacturers. These risks can be mitigated by sourcing high-quality colours from reputable manufacturers like Ajanta Food Colours, a global leader in the synthetic food colour industry with over 75 years of legacy.

Every colour whether synthetic or natural requires approval from the governmental body of the country in which it will be used. These authorities check the quality and safety of colours for human consumption before granting approval. Sunset Yellow FCF is a synthetic food colour approved for use by various governmental bodies worldwide, including the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in the United States, the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) in the European Union, and the Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA).

At Ajanta Food Colours, we ensure the quality and safety of our colours including Sunset Yellow FCF. Ajanta meets all the standards set by these governmental bodies and provides colourants that are not only vibrant and effective but also safe for human consumption.

Ajanta Food Colours uses the latest technology and equipment, including ICP-OES to detect heavy metals in raw materials and finished goods, high-performance liquid chromatography for organic impurities, UV spectrometry to analyze pigment content and strength, absorbance curves of colours, thin-layer chromatography, vacuum ovens for LOD tests, humidity detection in products, and colour-matching machines along with other instruments for complete testing of raw materials and colours. These advanced technologies help Ajanta provide the best quality colours to our clients and meet the high demand for colourants globally.

Ajanta Food Colours has received various awards and certificates from the governmental bodies of the countries where we export our high-quality colours. Some of the awards and certifications include The Arch of Europe Award, the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) Award, certifications from the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), the US Food and Drug Administration (US FDA), as well as Halal, Alcumus ISOQAR, Star-K Kosher, Food Safety System 22000 (FSSC 22000), and ISOQAR certifications, among others.

Sunset Yellow FCF has been used in various food and non-food products for a long time because of its ability to provide a vibrant and stable orange-yellow colour. Ajanta Food Colours is a global leader in the synthetic food colour manufacturing industry, offering Sunset Yellow FCF colourants that enhance product appeal and ensure consumer satisfaction. Contact Ajanta Food Colours today and make your products stand out in the competitive market, boosting your product sales.