Boone Tan vs Deep Yellow

How close are they?

ΔE 40.4, loose: different enough that you should pick on purpose. Deep Yellow is much more saturated, cooler than Boone Tan.

Can I use Deep Yellow instead of Boone Tan?

Not as a straight swap; see the closer alternatives below. Loose match (ΔE 40). Deep Yellow is much more saturated, cooler than Boone Tan.

Can I use Boone Tan instead of Deep Yellow?

The same difference applies the other way round: Boone Tan is much more muted, warmer.

ΔE is the colour difference between our two swatch estimates: under about 6 is close, over about 15 is loose. Real paints also differ in finish, coverage and how they thin, so test before you commit.