Is Yellow 2G vegan?

Yellow 2G

Vegan

Yellow 2G is a synthetic yellow azo food colouring dye appearing as a yellow powder, soluble in water, and identified by the Colour Index number CI 18965. It is approved as a food additive under E number E107.

Also known as Acid Yellow 17, Food Yellow 5, Lissamine Fast Yellow
CAS number 6359-98-4
CI number CI 18965
Last reviewed 3 June 2026

Sources

  • https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yellow_2G

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