FDA follows California's lead, bans Red No. 3 food dye in food, drinks
The FDA announced on Wednesday that it has banned the use of Red No. 3, an additive used to give food and drinks a cherry-red color.
FDA bans Red No. 3 used in California food and drinks. What is it?
Red No. 3, an additive that gives food and drinks a cherry-red color, was officially banned on Wednesday. The Food and Drug Administration announced its decision after advocates filed a petition in 2022 that claimed the additive is linked to cancer and behavioral problems in children.
Why is the FDA slow to ban food additives?
Red Dye No. 3 is a "color additive made from petroleum," which "could previously be used in foods in small amounts as approved by the FDA on a per-case basis," said Forbes. It was banned in cosmetics after being linked to cancer in rats.
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