- FDA and HHS plan to phase out six synthetic food dyes by the end of 2026.
- Concerns about health effects, especially in children, are driving the transition to natural alternatives.
- Four new natural color additives are set to be authorized soon.
- The initiative aims to enhance research on the health effects of food additives in children.
- The FDA is urging food companies to use natural ingredients and accelerate the removal of FD&C Red No. 3.
Source: FDA
