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FD&C Yellow 6 Powder

FDA-Approved Pure Orange-Yellow Dye

INCI Name: Yellow 6 (CI 15985)

FDA-approved pure orange-yellow water-soluble dye powder (88-90% dye content) for water-based color cosmetics.

Standard Pigment

Raw Pigment
Draw Down over White
Draw Down over Black

Perfect For These Applications

Other cosmetic uses possible—contact us for formulation guidance.

Eyeshadows & Eye Color

Adds bright water-soluble color to clear-gel eye products, gel eyeliners, water-based mascaras, and brow gels.

Face & Complexion

Imparts vivid water-soluble color to serums, toners, mists, lotions, and aqueous makeup bases.

Lip Color

Stains glosses, water-based lip balms, and tinted lip-care products with bright water-soluble color.

Nail Lacquers & Gels

Adds water-soluble color to cuticle oils, nail-soak treatments, and water-based nail-care products.

Performance & Formulation Insights for FD&C Yellow 6 Powder

FDA-Approved Pure Orange-yellow Dye

FD&C Yellow 6 (CI 15985) is the pure water-soluble dye powder, FDA-approved as a orange-yellow colorant in foods, drugs, and cosmetics. Dye content: 88-90%.

Key Technical Information

As a water-soluble dye, it disperses in aqueous systems and is typically used in water-based cosmetics, gels, rinse-offs, and similar formulations. For oil-based or anhydrous use, see the corresponding Lake.

Key Formulation Notes

Color Index: CI 15985
Form: Pure dye powder
Dye Strength: 88-90%
INCI: Yellow 6 (CI 15985)
Regulatory: Verify application restrictions (eye/lip/face) for FD&C Yellow 6 per your regional FDA / regulatory requirements.

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Line/Series	FD&C
INCI Name	Yellow 6 (CI 15985)
Physical Product Color	Orange
Color Effect	Orange
Effect Type	Single Color
Material Type	Pure Pigments
Certifications	Carmine Free, Ferro Free, TiO2 Free, Vegan & Cruelty Free
Particle Size	– μm
Applications	Eye, Face, Lip, Nail

Frequently Asked Questions About FD&C Yellow 6 Powder

FD&C Yellow 6 Powder (CI 15985) is approved by the U.S. FDA per 21 CFR for drug and cosmetic color use. Always review the current regulation for application restrictions before formulating.

A dye is water-soluble — it dissolves and stains the medium. A lake is the same chromophore precipitated onto an inorganic substrate (aluminum hydroxide, barium sulfate, or calcium sulfate), making it an insoluble pigment that disperses in oil- and wax-based formulations without bleeding.

FD&C Yellow 6 Powder is supplied as a pure dye powder with a minimum 85 % colorant content.

Yes. FD&C Yellow 6 Powder contains no animal-derived ingredients, and Vivify Beauty Care never tests on animals.

Store in a cool, dry, sealed container away from direct light. Wear standard PPE and avoid generating airborne dust when weighing and handling.

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Access Ingredients and Sandream Specialties are now Vivify Beauty Care. All your ingredients, one source.

FD&C Yellow 6 Powder

FDA-Approved Pure Orange-Yellow Dye

Standard Pigment

Perfect For These Applications

Performance & Formulation Insights for FD&C Yellow 6 Powder

FDA-Approved Pure Orange-yellow Dye

Key Technical Information

Key Formulation Notes

Frequently Asked Questions About FD&C Yellow 6 Powder

Contact An Expert

FD&C Yellow 6 Powder

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