A red food dye prevalent in candies, drinks and other products could soon be banned in the United States if federal regulators side with a petition that is under review. The Food and Drug ...

like Red No. 3. Find out more about this synthetic dye, its health effects, and alternative dye options below. Red No. 3, also known as Erythrosine, is a synthetic red dye commonly used in food ...

A widely used artificial food dye could soon be outlawed. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is moving to ban an artificial food coloring called Red No. 3, also known as Erythrosine.

California became the first state to ban red dye No. 3 and three other food additives. The dye is used in over 3000 food products, like the candy Skittles, as well as products like protein shakes ...

The FDA is poised to ban Red 3, a synthetic food dye linked to cancer and behavioral problems in children. Used in thousands of products, the dye has already been banned from cosmetics.

The FDA is considering restricting Red Dye No. 3, a common food coloring used in candies and beverages, due to potential health risks. While declared safe, studies suggest links to cancer ...