Color additives have faced increased scrutiny since the FDA banned Red Dye No. 3, citing concerns over its links to cancer.

West Virginia is banning seven artificial food dyes, including Red No. 40, in the most sweeping state level food dye ban in ...

Tennessee lawmakers are proposing a bill that would ban red dye 40 in foods sold at schools.They argue the dye can harm ...

The FDA banned Red Dye No. 3 in food and drugs, citing a 1987 study that linked it to cancer in male rats. However, the study's lead toxicologist maintains that the dye is not carcinogenic to humans.

With FDA set to ban Red No 3 in 2027, experts urge sweet makers to reformulate now or risk falling behind. Here's how to navigate the switch.

The bill was introduced by Representative Elaine Davis (R-Knoxville) and would not apply to concessions or vending machines.