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Walmart to eliminate synthetic dyes from private label food brands by 2027
Walmart joins other major US food makers in phasing out synthetic dyes, pledging to reformulate private label brands by 2027.
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Utz Brands to eliminate FD&C colours from all products by 2027
Utz Brands has pledged to remove all FD&C colours from its snack portfolio by the end of 2027, joining a growing number of US food manufacturers moving toward cleaner-label, additive-free products.
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How the phase-out of synthetic food dyes is reshaping the colour additives industry
Industry expert Yuga Raut reflects on the impact of the US initiative to phase out the use of artificial colourants in the food and beverage industry.
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Advancing food innovation for a healthier future
Accelerate the time to market for your novel food ingredients and products with trusted human safety testing.
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Cornell scientists develop algae-based blue dye to replace synthetic food colourants
The new algae-derived blue dye offers food producers a vibrant and stable alternative to synthetic colourants and emulsifiers.
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Spectroscopic Analysis of Food Dyes: Ensuring Colour Consistency
In this webinar we demonstrate the ability to assess a material’s colour using UV-Visible instrumentation. These analyses consist of determining the colour of multiple food dye samples, as well as how to determine the colour difference between samples.
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US ice cream makers agree to remove artificial dyes as FDA approves new natural colour
Major US dairy brands pledge to eliminate synthetic colours from ice cream by 2028 as FDA approves new natural blue food dye.
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Hershey joins growing food industry push to remove synthetic dyes by 2027
Hershey commits to removing synthetic dyes by 2027, joining a major industry push driven by health concerns and regulatory pressure.
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Synthetic dyes found in 1 in 5 US packaged foods and drinks
Research finds widespread use of synthetic dyes in US packaged foods and drinks as FDA pushes phase-out amid growing health concerns, especially for children’s products.
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Kraft Heinz and General Mills to remove artificial dyes from all products by 2027
Kraft Heinz and General Mills commit to removing artificial food dyes from all products within the next two years.
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Novonesis launches Vertera Velvet to transform plant-based drinks
The new ingredient promises long-lasting foam, improved texture and superior coffee stability for plant-based drinks, targeting rising consumer expectations.
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Fermentation elevated: precision analytics with mass spectrometry in the biofood revolution
19 May 2025 | By Thermo Fisher Scientific
Join this webinar to explore how precision analytic technologies like automated mass spectrometry are transforming fermentation in biofood production and can elevate your operations with greater efficiency, consistency and scalability.
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FDA approves three natural food dyes for safer colouring
Three new naturally derived food dyes have been approved by the FDA as part of a nationwide shift away from synthetic additives.
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Mars unwraps 2025 Halloween candy line-up early
Mars reveals 2025 Halloween range and consumer trends, with Gen Z driving early celebrations and demand for themed, fruity and chocolate treats.
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Dunkin’ and Kar’s Nuts unveil new doughnut-inspired trail mix
Kar’s Nuts and Dunkin' have launched two new trail mixes inspired by Dunkin’s iconic drinks and treats, now available across the US.
