Over 35 years after the first study linking Red 3 to thyroid cancer in rats was published, the US is beginning to wean it out of foods and drugs.

Red 3 - also called FD&C Red No. 3, erythrosine or E127 - has been widely used in food, cosmetics and pharmaceuticals since its FDA approval in 1969 ...

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration banned Red No. 3 last dye, leading those to think Red Dye No. 40 could be next. How are ...

For consumers, the ban on Red No. 3 represents a small victory for public health and safety. It shows that the FDA is ...

For decades, FD&C Red No. 3 has added its vivid cherry-red hue to candies and cupcakes—but its risks have been debated just ...

Following the ban of red dye No. 3 in the United States, experts weigh in on the potential health risks of red dye No. 40, ...

The FDA has banned Red No. 3 dye which is in multiple foods, drinks, medications, and other products. Which ones have Red 3?

The synthetic additive found in thousands of food products will now be phased out by 2027, but advocates say the agency's ...

As of January 15, 2025, red dye No. 3 is officially banned in the United States. This decision was made by the Food and Drug ...

The colorant was banned from cosmetics and non-oral medications years ago because a study showed it caused cancer in rats.

The FDA is banning red dye No. 3 from your favorite treats. Here's everything you need to know about which candies and drinks ...