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What is another name for Yellow 5?

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According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), FD&C Yellow No. 5 is an approved synthetic dye. The chemical compound is perhaps more widely known by another name: tartrazine. This lemon-yellow colorant is commonly used in various processed foods, drinks, medications, and cosmetics to enhance visual appeal.