Is Quinoline Yellow vegan?

Quinoline Yellow

Vegan

Quinoline Yellow is a synthetic yellow dye produced by the condensation of 2-methylquinoline with phthalic anhydride, typically derived from coal tar chemistry. It is used as a food colourant and in cosmetics, and is classified as E104 in the EU.

Also known as CI47005, D&C Yellow No. 10, Food Yellow 13, Quinoline Yellow WS
E number E104
CAS number 8004-92-0
EC number 232-143-1
CI number CI 47005
Last reviewed 16 April 2026

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