FDA Asks Companies to Voluntarily Remove 8 Petroleum-Based Food Dyes

The FDA formally requested that food manufacturers voluntarily phase out eight petroleum-based synthetic dyes from the U.S. food supply, citing health concerns. The announcement came as several states moved to enact mandatory bans, creating a patchwork regulatory landscape. The dyes targeted include Red 40, Yellow 5, Yellow 6, and five others commonly used in snacks, cereals, and beverages.