Published 11 months ago

California Assembly passes bill banning 'toxic' chemicals in Skittles, PEZ, Hot Tamales and more

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California has moved one step closer to banning certain "toxic" ingredients commonly found in Skittles, PEZ, Hot Tamales and many more popular candies. The California Assembly last week overwhelmingly passed Assembly Bill 418, sending the legislation over to the state Senate. The bill would prohibit the manufacture, sale, or distribution of products containing Red Dye No. 3, Titanium Dioxide, Potassium Bromate, Brominated Vegetable Oil, or Propyl Paraben in the Golden State. The food and beverage industry opposes the bill.

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New York Post

California moves to ban ‘toxic’ chemicals in Skittles, Pez, other candies

California has moved one step closer to banning certain "toxic" ingredients commonly found in Skittles, Pez, Hot Tamales and many more popular candies.

11 months ago·New York, United States

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The Hill

Bill to ban ‘dangerous additives’ in Skittles, other foods passes California State Assembly

California is one step closer to enacting a law that would ban Skittles, Hot Tamales, and a host of other food items that contain chemicals linked to health problems if the manufacturers don't change their recipes.

11 months ago·Washington, United States

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Los Angeles Times

California bill targeting ‘toxic’ chemicals in Skittles, other snacks passes first hurdle

A first-of-its-kind law that would ban the use of certain ingredients and dyes linked to cancer and other health issues in processed foods and drinks is now closer than ever

1 year ago·Los Angeles, United States

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Patch

Ban On Skittles, Popular Candies And Drinks Passes CA Assembly

Ban On Skittles, Popular Candies And Drinks Passes CA Assembly - San Diego, CA - Assembly Bill 418 would ban processed foods and drinks that contain chemicals linked to cancer and other health issues.

11 months ago·United States

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KTLA 5

Skittles ban passes in California State Assembly

California is one step closer to enacting a law that would ban Skittles, Hot Tamales, and a host of other food items that contain chemicals linked to health problems.

11 months ago·Los Angeles, United States

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Fox8

Bill to ban Skittles ingredient moves forward in California

(WJW) - California has moved one step closer to banning certain ingredients commonly found in popular candies. The California Assembly has passed Assembly Bill 418 to ban the sale, manufacture, and distribution of foods containing chemicals linked to health risks, such as cancer, reproductive health harm, and immune system damage. Where has Stefani Schaefer been? The legislation seeks to specifically prohibit the use of red dye No. 3, t…

11 months ago·Cleveland, United States

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