FDA Finally Bans Red Dye No. 3

The FDA banned Red 3 food coloring. A scientist explains the dye’s history and health risks
Over 35 years after the first study linking the artificial food dye Red 3 to thyroid cancer in rats was published, the U.S. is beginning to phase it out of foods and drugs.
FDA Finally Bans Red Dye No. 3: What You Need to Know
The US Food and Drug Administration announced this month that it's effectively banning Red No. 3, the controversial artificial red dye found in food and drinks that's been linked to cancer. The decision comes 30 years after scientists first discovered links between the dye and thyroid cancer in animals.
Red dye No. 3 is now banned in the US. Here’s what studies show about more common 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 dye No. 5 and others.
Red Dye No. 3 versus Red 40: What is the difference, why is only one being banned?
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration banned Red No. 3 last dye, leading those to think Red Dye No. 40 could be next. How are these dyes different?
Full List of Foods, Drinks That Contain Red Dye 3 After FDA Bans Additive
The dye, known for its bright cherry-red color, is found in candies, snack cakes, maraschino cherries, and some beverages.
What Foods Have Red Dye 3? Here's What to Know About the FDA Ban
"This action by the FDA has been a long time coming," says Laurie Beyranevand, director of the Center for Agriculture and Food Systems at Vermont Law and Graduate School. "Advocates have pressed the agency for years to revoke certification of Red No.
Some of your favorite foods and snacks contained the banned Red Dye No. 3. Here they are
Several consumer-favorite cereals, snacks and other food products may have contained the red food coloring recently banned by the FDA.
FDA's red dye No. 3 Ban sparks health concerns and action
The FDA's ban on Red Dye Number 3, set to take effect in January 2027, raises health concerns among local doctors who recommend reducing artificial food dyes to improve children's health and behavior.
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Red Dye No. 3 Can be Found in These 9 Foods in Your Pantry
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Red Dye No. 3 is in over 9,000 U.S. products: 'This stuff is not good,' scientist says—here's how to avoid it until the ban takes effect
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What Is Red Dye 3: A Complete Guide
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Red 3 dye ban: You might not be able to buy these foods much longer, including Nesquik and red velvet cake
The popular brands sell candy, cakes, cupcakes, cookies, frozen desserts, frostings and icings that use the banned dye.
Which Cincinnati foods contain Red Dye No. 3? This Graeter's flavor is on the list
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You think red dye no. 3 is dangerous? This is much worse.
Red Dye number 3 has been banned by the FDA due to its potential link to cancer in animals, but it is not a significant ...
Understanding the impact of red 3 ban
The US Food and Drug Administration’s ban on red dye 3, also known as erythrosine, could have several implications for ...