The artificial food dye can be found in candy, beverages, chips and other packaged foods — often consumed by children.

Ingredients in the U.S. food supply such as artificial dyes and additives have been a controversial topic for years. Now, the ...

The US Food and Drug Administration has banned the use of red dye No. 3 in food, beverages and ingested drugs, more than 30 ...

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has officially banned red dye — called Red 3, or Erythrosine — from foods, dietary ...

The FDA announced on Wednesday that it has banned the use of Red No. 3, an additive used to give food and drinks a cherry-red ...

The U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) would like for people to be aware of the potential risks of using common cooking ...

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has banned Red No. 3, USA TODAY reports, a dye that gives food and drink a bright, ...

Red No. 3, also known as erythrosine, is a color additive made from petroleum that gives foods and drinks a bright, cherry-red color.

Yellow No. 5 is commonly used in brightly colored soda and candy, often to make them appear fresher and more appetizing. Yellow No. 6, which is also used in candy, may appear in salad dressings, ...

What to know about Red Dye No. 40 and artificial food coloring used in thousands of food and drink products sold in the U.S.

Consumer advocacy groups petitioned agency to restrict additive initially approved for use in 1969.