Acid yellow 17
Description
Acid Yellow 17 (CAS 6359-98-4), also known commercially as Lissamine Fast Yellow 2G, E107, and C.I. Food Yellow 5, is a synthetic azo dye approved for use in food and industrial coloring applications.
It delivers a bright, greenish-yellow hue across a range of substrates and formulations, making it a recognized option for buyers sourcing certified colorants for various manufacturing sectors.
In food manufacturing, this substance is permitted under the E107 designation for coloring certain beverages, confectionery, and processed food products in markets where the additive is approved.
Textile processors apply it to wool, silk, and nylon substrates using acid dyeing processes to achieve consistent, reproducible yellow shades that meet industrial performance requirements.
Leather finishers use it in surface dyeing and coating formulations where bright yellow tones are required. Paper manufacturers incorporate it into pulp dyeing and surface treatment processes.
These applications are ideal for decorative and specialty paper grades. The product is supplied as a powder or granular solid and is available in food-grade specification compliant with standards.
It is also offered in technical grade for textile, leather, and paper applications. Purity levels and dye content specifications vary by grade depending on the specific industrial use case.
Buyers should confirm compliance requirements with their supplier prior to procurement to ensure the material meets the necessary regulatory and performance benchmarks for their region.
Physical Properties
| Density | 1.78[at 20℃] |
| Appearance | yellow powder |
| Color | Light yellow to Brown |
| Form | powder to crystal |
| Water Solubility | 120.46g/L at 20℃ |
| Log P | -2.459 at 20℃ |
Trade & Regulatory
| HS Code | 32041200 |
| WGK (Germany) | 3 |
Documentation
Other Names
Lissamine Fast Yellow 2G|E 107|C.I. Food Yellow 5|C.I. Acid Yellow 17, disodium salt|C.I. 18965|C.I. Acid Yellow 17|lissamine fast yellow|RefChem:564089|E107
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