Yellow orange s

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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Synonym(s)

6-Hydroxy-5-(4-sulfophenylazo)-naphthalene-2-sulfonic acid disodium salt; CAS No 2783-94-0; Sunset yellow

Definition
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Yellow-orange S is a synthetic, yellow-orange to red-dying azo dye. It is structurally related to tartrazine (E 102).

Effects
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Yellow-orange S is approved for use in numerous medicines and foods. In long-term studies in mice with high-dose yellow-orange S, carcinogenic effects have been shown.

Note(s)
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Since 20 July 2010, foods containing yellow-orange S have had to bear the following statement on the label: "May impair activity and attention in children".

Incoming links (2)

E 110; Food additives (overview);

Outgoing links (1)

Tartrazine;

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020