Quinoline Yellow

Mixture of disodium salts of di- and trisulfonated quinoline yellow.

Greenish-yellow dye in beverages, confectionery, and smoked fish products (where permitted).

Limited evidence of effects at typical dietary exposure. Included in EU attention/hyperactivity labelling scheme with other azo colors.

Possible intolerance reactions in sensitive individuals. Subject to EU mandatory warning for children's products when used with other specified dyes.

Permitted only in specific food categories listed in EU Annex II.

Quinoline Yellow (E 104) is not approved as a food color in the United States. A similarly named dye, D&C Yellow No. 10, is permitted only for drugs and cosmetics—not foods. Products sold in the U.S. must use FDA-listed food colors such as FD&C Yellow No. 5 or No. 6 instead.

Category-specific maximum levels in EU Annex II Part E.

0–0.5 mg/kg body weight per day (JECFA).