Tartrazine, also known as Acid Yellow 23 or FD&C Yellow No. 5, is an orally active azo acid dye presented as an orange-yellow powder that is soluble in water, turning yellow upon dissolution. This dye is predominantly utilized as a synthetic lemon yellow food coloring agent, recognized for its stability. Research indicates that Tartrazine can induce mitochondria-mediated apoptosis and is associated with neurodevelopmental toxicity, cytotoxicity, and genotoxicity. This product is strictly for research purposes and is not intended for patient use.
- Orally active azo acid dye
- Orange-yellow powder form
- Water-soluble, producing a yellow solution
- Used as a synthetic lemon yellow food coloring
- Considered a stable colorant
- Induces mitochondria-mediated apoptosis
- Associated with neurodevelopmental toxicity
- Exhibits cytotoxicity and genotoxicity
- For research use only