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Mars is reformulating M&M’s, Skittles, and Starburst to use natural colorants (e.g., beet juice, turmeric, spirulina, beta-carotene) instead of synthetic dyes, following FDA dye phase-outs and rising wellness trends; the natural versions will be sold on Amazon at the same price, though achieving vibrant blue and brown remains challenging, and the traditional versions may still use synthetic dyes for now.
Kellogg Co. says it will accelerate its plan to remove artificial colors from cereals and other products, aiming to complete the transition by year-end 2026 as part of a broader shift toward natural ingredients.
The FDA announced it will allow food makers to label products as "no artificial colors" even if dyes are still used, effectively retreating from a plan to ban artificial colorants; critics warn such labeling could mislead consumers and leave dangerous additives like titanium dioxide in foods, while supporters say it advances the shift toward safer, naturally derived alternatives. The move comes amid pressure from the Kennedy-led Maha movement and ongoing state actions, with health groups urging a permanent dye ban and continued scrutiny of both synthetic and natural colorants.
FDA relaxes certain rules on how foods can claim 'no artificial colors,' outlining when such statements can be used and how they must be substantiated, potentially shifting labeling practices and consumer expectations.
Walmart announced plans to remove synthetic food dyes and 30 other additives from its store brands in the U.S. by January 2027, responding to consumer demand and regulatory scrutiny, affecting about 1,000 products including snacks, baked goods, and beverages.
Nestlé USA and Conagra Brands announced they will eliminate certain synthetic food dyes from their products within a year, responding to consumer backlash and pressure from health officials against artificial colors.
General Mills announced it will remove artificial colors from all its U.S. cereals and foods by 2027, including a commitment to eliminate synthetic dyes from school offerings by 2026, aligning with broader industry moves to address health concerns related to food additives.
General Mills plans to remove artificial colors from its entire product portfolio by 2027, responding to consumer demand and regulatory pressures, with a focus on natural alternatives and transparency in food ingredients.