This shift marks the end of an era for Red Dye No. 3, but it also represents progress in food safety and innovation. As ...

A California law outlawed the ingredient at foods served in public schools. Red Dye No. 40, a synthetic food dye that's used to achieve a bright crimson color in condiments and candy alike ...

Nine dyes, including Red 3, have been allowed in U.S. food. The other common color additives in food are Blue 1, Blue 2, Green 3, Red 40, Yellow 5, and Yellow 6. Two permitted colors are used more ...

Jan. 15, 2024 – A long controversial red food dye called FD&C Red No. 3 will finally be banned by the FDA. The coloring, which is used in thousands of products, is often written on product ...

Food and drink manufacturers have two years to change recipes and formulas now that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has banned the synthetic food dye Red No. 3. Also known as erythrosine ...

Red No. 3, an additive used for giving food and drinks a bright, cherry-red color, has officially been banned, announced the Food and Drug Administration on Wednesday. The FDA amended its color ...

Red 3 – also called FD&C Red No. 3, erythrosine or E127 – has been widely used in food, cosmetics and pharmaceuticals since its FDA approval in 1969. You’ve likely encountered Red 3 before.