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🇦🇺 Sunset Yellow FCF on Food Labels in Australia

Sunset Yellow FCF is permitted with proper declaration in Australia & New Zealand: declare as "sunset yellow FCF (110)" in the ingredient list.

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What the Rule Is

Sunset Yellow FCF (E110, FD&C Yellow No. 6) is an orange-yellow azo dye used in orange-flavoured drinks, sweets, baked goods, and marmalade. In Australia & New Zealand, Sunset Yellow FCF is regulated under Food Standards Code as a food coloring. Must be declared with name and number. No children activity warning required.

What You Must Include
  • Declare as "sunset yellow FCF (110)" in the ingredient list
  • Declare with functional class: "coloring" and E-number E110
  • Review all compound ingredients for hidden sources
  • Cross-check all compound ingredients and sub-ingredients for hidden sources
Common Violations
  • Incorrect or missing declaration name — must use "sunset yellow FCF (110)"
  • Using an ambiguous or abbreviated name that does not identify Sunset Yellow FCF
  • Omitting the E-number E110 where required
  • Not updating the label after recipe changes involving this ingredient
  • Failing to check compound ingredients for hidden Sunset Yellow FCF content
Examples: Compliant vs Non-Compliant

Compliant Examples

"coloring: sunset yellow FCF (110)"
"sunset yellow FCF (110)" in ingredient list
Full ingredient line: "Ingredients: ... sunset yellow FCF (110) ..."

Non-Compliant Examples

Using a synonym (FD&C Yellow No. 6, Orange Yellow S) without the approved declaration name
Ingredient list with "Sunset Yellow FCF" without functional class or E-number
"Natural [ingredient category]" without specific name where specific name is required
How LabelGuard Checks This

LabelGuard scans your label for Sunset Yellow FCF and all its common names (Yellow 6, FD&C Yellow No. 6, Orange Yellow S, E110) to verify correct declaration, required E-numbers, and proper functional class labeling under Australia rules.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is sunset yellow fcf (E110)?

Sunset Yellow FCF (E110, FD&C Yellow No. 6) is an orange-yellow azo dye used in orange-flavoured drinks, sweets, baked goods, and marmalade. It commonly appears in: Orange juice drinks, Sweets, Biscuits, Gelatine, Marmalade.

Is sunset yellow fcf bad for you?

EFSA re-evaluated sunset yellow and raised the ADI to 4 mg/kg body weight per day in 2014, concluding permitted uses are safe. As one of the six "Southampton colours", it carries the mandatory child activity/attention warning in the EU and UK. Occasional hypersensitivity reactions are reported.

How must Sunset Yellow FCF be declared on food labels in Australia?

Declare as "sunset yellow FCF (110)" in the ingredient list. Must be declared with name and number. No children activity warning required.

What are the common synonyms and hidden sources of Sunset Yellow FCF?

Sunset Yellow FCF may appear under the following names: Yellow 6, FD&C Yellow No. 6, Orange Yellow S, E110. Common hidden sources include: Orange juice drinks, Sweets, Biscuits, Gelatine, Marmalade, Squash drinks, Canned peas.

Is sunset yellow fcf banned in Australia or other markets?

Requires mandatory warnings in: EU, UK.

Regulation Sources

Last updated: 2026-07-20

Disclaimer: This information is for guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always consult official regulations and seek professional legal advice for specific compliance questions.

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