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Ban synthetic food dyes

Ban synthetic food dyes

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FDA moves on Red No. 3 as states watch

Synthetic food dyes add color, not nutrition, and some raise safety concerns. The FDA has moved to revoke authorization for Red No. 3 based on evidence it can cause cancer in laboratory animals. The goal is faster federal review plus strong school and state standards that cut kids’ everyday exposure.

Why this matters now

Brightly colored, processed foods are heavily marketed to kids, which can add up to regular dye exposure. Many families and schools want clearer rules so “normal” kid foods are not also a daily experiment.

FDA action can change what is allowed nationwide. School and state standards can move faster and reduce exposure sooner, especially in meals served to children.

What's blocking progress

Companies cite reformulation costs and supply-chain limits for natural colorants. Policy can also splinter into a patchwork of state and school rules, which can slow adoption and trigger legal fights.

Strategies

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Lobbying

FDA action and scientific re-evaluation

Support FDA’s additive reviews, petitions, and rulemakings to revoke or restrict high-risk dyes and accelerate approval of safer natural alternatives.

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Lobbying

School and state procurement bans

Win dye-free school meals and state-level restrictions that remove the highest-exposure channels for kids while federal action catches up.

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Media

Brand and retailer commitments

Pressure large manufacturers and retailers to phase out artificial dyes voluntarily and label progress publicly.

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Education

Public education and labeling

Make dye exposure visible to consumers and normalize dye-free defaults in kids’ products.

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