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FDA Bans Red Dye No. 3 From Food, Beverages and Ingested Drugs, Citing Link to Cancer in Lab Rats
After decades of debate, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced a ban on Red Dye No. 3, a synthetic food coloring that’s been linked to cancer in male lab rats. The decision comes after a petition filed in 2022 by advocacy groups,
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FDA seeking comments on high-protein yogurt and poppy seeds
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is seeking public and industry comments on poppy seeds and high-protein yogurt. Poppy seedsThe RFI for poppy seeds
FDA bans Red No. 3, artificial coloring used in beverages, candy and other foods
The Food and Drug Administration said Wednesdayit’s banning the use of Red No. 3, a synthetic dye that gives food and drinks their bright red cherry color but has been linked to
FDA Finally Revokes FD&C Red No. 3 For Food And Drugs
FDA bans red dye No. 3 from food, drinks and ingested drugs in the US
FDA bans red food dye due to potential cancer risk
FDA Bans Red No. 3 from Food and Drinks, Citing Cancer Risks
The artificial food dye can be found in candy, beverages, chips and other packaged foods — often consumed by children.
Feds Finally Ban Controversial Food Dye
A synthetic food dye commonly added to candy and sweets is being pulled from the market. This week, the Food and Drug Administration officially removed its authorization of Red No. 3 from use in foods and ingested drugs. The dye has been linked to cancer in rats and other potential health issues in children.
FDA proposes new front-of-package food labels
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has proposed a new rule requiring bold, easy-to-read nutrition labels on the front of food and beverage packages.
Now that the FDA has banned red dye No. 3, what about more common food dyes?
Following the ban of red dye No. 3 in the United States, experts weigh in on the potential health risks of red dye No. 40, yellow No. 5 and others.
What foods contain red dye No. 3, and how do you avoid them?
Red dye No. 3 must be removed from food by mid-January 2027 and excised from ingested drugs the following year after the FDA’s decision to ban it.
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In Waning Days of the Current Administration, FDA Announces Red No. 3 Ban
FDA announced an order revoking the listings providing for the use of the color additive FD&C Red No. 3 in both foods
FDA Proposes Moving Nutrition Info to Front of Boxes Because of 'Chronic Disease' Caused by 'Food We Eat’
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration proposed a new front-facing label for most food and drinks to help consumers easily identify healthier food choices.
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FDA Bans Red No. 3 Dye From Food, Drink, And Medicine – Why?
Red No. 3, also known as erythrosine, is a synthetic dye or color additive that is used in products such as candy, frosting, and some medicines to give it a bright, cherry-red color. It had previously been banned from cosmetic products back in 1990, but now the FDA is banning its use in food, beverages, and ingested drugs too.