Tag: Fda food dyes

There is no single code for red dye; instead, various codes identify different red food colorings depending on their composition and country of regulation. The most prominent codes consumers encounter include FD&C Red No. 40 in the United States and the European E-number system, which distinguishes between synthetic and natural colorants.

According to the Environmental Working Group, food products sold in Europe often feature vibrant colors without synthetic dyes, demonstrating that manufacturers can successfully create appealing foods using natural colorants. This growing consumer preference for 'clean label' products is driving the food industry to seek natural and safer alternatives to replace Red 40.