Consumer Reports: Why is red dye still in foods?

Decades ago, the Food and Drug Administration banned Red Dye No. 3 from all cosmetics. Yet it's lurking in candles, cakes, and even medicine.

The concern of Red Dye No. 3 in your food

So does this mean I need to start giving my daughter fertilizer so she can thrive??? : r/sciencememes

Why Is There Still Red Dye No. 3 in Food? – NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth

Should I be worried about food dyes?- Transcript

Red dye 3 appears in many foods kids eat. Consumer advocates want FDA to ban it : Shots - Health News : NPR

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Is Red Dye Safe in Food Products?

Dangers of Red Dye No. 3

List of Foods Without Red Dye: 10 Dye-Free Snacks for Kids

Consumer Reports promotes petition to FDA to ban Red Dye No. 3, the artificial color, in food

Food coloring - Wikipedia

5 Dangerous Ingredients That Are in Our Food But Shouldn't Be - Consumer Reports