Which foods contain red dye 3? A Guide to the FDA Ban and Label Reading
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The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) banned the use of Red Dye No. 3 in food and ingested drugs on January 15, 2025, after decades of health concerns. This synthetic colorant, also known as erythrosine, was commonly used to create a vibrant cherry-red hue in thousands of products.