Forbes January 14, 2025
The Food and Drug Administration may soon ban artificial dye Red No. 3, thanks to the work of many public health advocates and lobbyists. The petroleum-based dye, found in thousands of products such as candies, snacks and sodas; has been linked to thyroid cancer in rats and behavioral issues in children.
Growing concerns about the dye have already led the state of California to ban it, a law that will take effect in 2027. In addition, Red Dye No. 3 has been banned or severely restricted in many countries including Japan, China and the European Union.
Since its approval for use in food in 1969, the FDA has reviewed the dye several times to ensure it met their safety requirements....
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