What foods use Red Dye No. 3? What to know about the newly banned food coloring

Fri, 17 Jan 2025 11:23:11 +0000

Red Dye No. 3, also known as erythrosine, is a synthetic food dye that gives foods and drinks a bright red color. It is also sometimes used in oral medicines and dietary supplements. It first was approved for use in food in 1907. It's made from petroleum.