Made from petroleum and chemically known as erythrosine, red dye No. 3 is a synthetic color additive used to give foods and ...

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has officially banned red dye — called Red 3, or Erythrosine — from foods, dietary ...

Red dye No. 3 is officially banned in the United States. The announcement has raised concerns about the safety of other food ...

While color and other aesthetics enhance the enjoyment of foods and drinks, natural color sources — like beet juice, red ...

The FDA banned the use of Red Dye No. 3 based on a petition asking that the agency follow a specific guideline.

The FDA has banned Red No. 3 dye which is in multiple foods, drinks, medications, and other products. Which ones have Red 3?

Red No. 3, chemically known as erythrosine, was first introduced into foods in 1907. Companies subsequently added it to ...

The dye, known for its bright cherry-red color, is found in candies, snack cakes, maraschino cherries, and some beverages.

Manufacturers must stop using Red No. 3 in food and reformulate it by Jan. 15, 2027, according to the FDA announcement. The use of dye in drugs will have until Jan. 18, 2028, according to the FDA.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced its decision to revoke the authorization of Red No. 3 for use in food products and ingested pharmaceuticals, citing potential health risks ...