US EditionNestle Says It Will Remove Artificial Dyes From US Foods by 2026
- On June 25, Nestlé announced it will fully eliminate artificial colors from its U.S. food and beverage products by mid-2026.
- In April, Kennedy and Makary urged voluntary dye removal by 2026 amid FDA warnings; California and West Virginia enacted bans on artificial dyes in schools.
- Nestlé reports that 90% of its U.S. food and beverage products are now free of synthetic dyes after a decade of reformulation, though Nesquik Banana Strawberry milk still contains Red 3.
- Following Nestlé’s pledge, Kraft Heinz and General Mills also commit to removing synthetic dyes by 2027, indicating a broad industry shift supported by consumers and regulators.
- Beyond this commitment, the FDA may impose stricter rules if progress in eliminating synthetic dyes slows, citing health risks like cancer and allergies and challenges in sourcing natural replacements.
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Nestle Joins 3 Other Food Giants in Banning Artificial Dyes
Nestle says it will remove artificial dyes by mid-2026
(NewsNation) — Nestle is the latest food giant to say it's removing synthetic colors from its U.S. products. The company's U.S. division announced this week that it plans to complete the phaseout by mid-2026, noting that 90% of its current portfolio does not include synthetic colors. The move comes amid mounting pressure from Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who wants to purge synthetic dyes from the nation's food supply over health conce…
Nestle to eliminate artificial food dyes by mid-2026 in win for MAHA
"We are always looking for different ways to offer great tasting, compelling choices for our consumers. As their diverse dietary preferences and nutritional needs evolve, we evolve with them," said Nestle US CEO Marty Thompson .
Artificial Dyes Lurk In Nearly 20% Of Packaged Foods, Especially Those Aimed At Kids
Nearly one in five packaged foods and beverages from America's top food manufacturers contains synthetic dyes, according to research published in the Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. The post Artificial Dyes Lurk In Nearly 20% Of Packaged Foods, Especially Those Aimed At Kids appeared first on Study Finds.
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