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🇨🇦 Sunset Yellow FCF on Food Labels in Canada

Sunset Yellow FCF is permitted with proper declaration in Canada: declare as "Sunset Yellow FCF or FD&C Yellow No. 6" in the ingredient list.

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What the Rule Is

Orange-yellow azo dye used in orange-flavored products, baked goods, and confectionery. In Canada, Sunset Yellow FCF is regulated under FDR & Safe Food for Canadians Regulations as a food coloring. Must be declared by name. Health Canada allows either the Canadian or US name convention.

What You Must Include
  • Declare as "Sunset Yellow FCF or FD&C Yellow No. 6" 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 or FD&C Yellow No. 6"
  • 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 or FD&C Yellow No. 6"
"Sunset Yellow FCF or FD&C Yellow No. 6" in ingredient list
Full ingredient line: "Ingredients: ... Sunset Yellow FCF or FD&C Yellow No. 6 ..."

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 Canada rules.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Declare as "Sunset Yellow FCF or FD&C Yellow No. 6" in the ingredient list. Must be declared by name. Health Canada allows either the Canadian or US name convention.

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 or restricted in any market?

Requires mandatory warnings in: EU, UK.

Regulation Sources

Last updated: 2026-04-01

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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