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On Wednesday, officials from the Food and Drug Administration declared a prohibition on Red 3, a coloring agent used to impart a vivid red color to various candies, baked goods, beverages, and pharmaceuticals.
Citing studies that found Red 3 caused cancer in lab rats, the FDA moved to prohibit the dye in foods, dietary supplements and orally administered medicines. The agency banned the use of Red 3 in cosmetics over three decades ago.
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The prohibition requires food producers to eliminate Red 3 from their items by 2027, while pharmaceutical companies need to phase it out by 2028.
Below is a compilation of food items that contain Red 3:
Red 3, also known as E127, is a food dye that has been used in various candies and snacks. Some candies that have historically contained Red 3 include certain varieties of gummy candies, fruit-flavored snacks, and some types of jelly beans. However, it's important to check the ingredient labels, as formulations can change and some manufacturers may have moved away from using Red 3 in their products.
- Brach's candy corn varieties
- Dubble Bubble Original Flavored Twist
- Hot Tamales Fire & Ice
- PEZ Candy Assorted Fruit (Cherry, Strawberry, Grape, Raspberry, Orange, Lemon)
- Strawberry RingPop
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Red 3, also known as erythrosine, is a red dye used in various food products, including some baked goods. It can be found in items such as: 1. Red velvet cake 2. Frostings and icings 3. Fruit-flavored pastries 4. Certain types of cookies 5. Cupcakes with red coloring It's important to check the ingredient labels, as not all baked goods will contain Red 3, and its use may vary by brand and recipe.
- Betty Crocker Red Decorating Icing Tube
- Entenmann's Little Bites Party Cake Muffins
- Entenmann's Little Bites Soft Baked Cake Cookies
- Food dyes such as McCormick Red Food Color, Durkee Red Food Color
- Favorite Day Red Cookie Icing
- Great Value Red Decorating Icing
- Target Favorite Day Valentine's Day Pink & Red Frosted Cookies
- Target Favorite Day Valentine's Red Velvet Sandwich Cookie Kit
Red 3, also known as E127, is a synthetic dye often used to impart a red color to various food and beverage products. It can be found in a range of drinks, including: 1. Fruit-flavored beverages (like certain fruit punches and sodas) 2. Energy drinks 3. Some types of alcoholic beverages (like certain cocktails) 4. Sports drinks 5. Certain flavored waters and teas Always check the ingredient labels, as formulations can change over time.
- Nestle Nesquik Strawberry Flavored Milk
- Yoo-hoo Strawberry Drink
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Red 3, also known as erythrosine, is a synthetic dye that has been used in various food products, including some types of ice cream. However, due to health concerns and regulatory changes, its use has declined, and many manufacturers have moved away from using artificial dyes. To find specific ice cream brands or flavors that still use Red 3, it's best to check the ingredient labels or contact the manufacturers directly, as formulations can change.
- Blue Bell Strawberry Ice Cream
Red 3, also known as erythrosine, is a synthetic red dye used in various food products. Some common foods that may contain Red 3 include: 1. Candies (such as gummy bears and fruit-flavored candies) 2. Ice creams and frozen desserts 3. Maraschino cherries 4. Fruit-flavored drinks and sodas 5. Jellies and jams 6. Certain baked goods (like red velvet cake) 7. Snack foods (such as colored popcorn or chips) It's important to check ingredient labels, as formulations can change and not all products in these categories will necessarily contain Red 3.
- Dole Cherry Mixed Fruit cocktail
- Great Value Imitation Bacon Bites
- Morningstar Farms Veggie Bacon Strips
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