FDA Bans Red Dye No. 3 Over Cancer Concerns, Food Companies Must Comply by 2027

The FDA has announced a ban on Red Dye No. 3 due to cancer risk, requiring food manufacturers to reformulate ingredients by 2027.

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The FDA's recent ruling to ban Red Dye No. 3, linked to cancer in rats, mandates food and drug manufacturers reformulate affected products by 2027 and 2028 respectively. Key brands, including Keurig Dr Pepper and Ferrara Candy, have begun to adapt their recipes or have already eliminated the dye. While some companies have already complied, others are still assessing their products. This ban reflects growing consumer advocacy for safer food ingredients, a trend mirrored in legislative actions at state levels.

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