Blue
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What it is
The term "Blue" in food ingredients typically refers to synthetic food colorings such as Blue 1 (Brilliant Blue FCF) and Blue 2 (Indigotine). These are chemical compounds that are manufactured from petroleum.
Why it's used
These synthetic blue dyes are added to foods to provide a blue color. They are commonly used in candies, beverages, baked goods, and other processed foods where a bright blue hue is desired.
Health notes
Blue 1 and Blue 2 are approved by the FDA as color additives for use in food. In April 2025, the FDA announced a plan to phase out petroleum-based synthetic dyes, including Blue 1 and Blue 2. JECFA (the Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives) has evaluated these dyes and set acceptable daily intakes. The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has also evaluated them. There have been ongoing discussions and some concerns about a potential link between synthetic food dyes and hyperactivity in some children, though scientific evidence on this topic is mixed and not conclusive.
Allergen info
Not a major allergen.
Products containing Blue
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Conagra Brands
Chef Boyardee Cheesy Burger Macaroni, 15 oz, 15 OZ
High in sodium — 33% DV per serving
71kcal
3.2Protein
1.6Fat
10.7Carbs
Conagra Brands
BANQUET Homestyle Bakes Cheeseburger Mac
High in sodium — 34% DV per serving
125kcal
5.2Protein
3.1Fat
18.8Carbs
Topco Associates, Inc.
Spaghetti Rings In Tomato & Cheese Sauce, Tomato & Cheese
High in sodium — 42% DV per serving
High in added sugars — 36% DV per serving
64kcal
1.9Protein
0.3Fat
13.4Carbs
Topco Associates, Inc.
Clear Value, Spaghetti Rings
High in sodium — 24% DV per serving
62kcal
2.1Protein
0.4Fat
13.2Carbs
H.J. Heinz Company
Macaroni & Cheese
High in sodium — 35% DV per serving
102kcal
3.5Protein
0.8Fat
19.6Carbs
Kingston Marketing Co
Rainbow Rush Non-Pareils
375kcal
0Protein
0Fat
100Carbs
Kingston Marketing Co
Frosted Spring Yellow/Blue Sugar Cookies, Frosted
High in added sugars — 32% DV per serving
421kcal
2.6Protein
15.8Fat
68.4Carbs
Harris-Teeter Inc.
Spaghetti Rings Pasta In Tomato And Cheese Sauce, Tomato And Cheese Sauce
High in sodium — 24% DV per serving
62kcal
2.1Protein
0.4Fat
13.2Carbs
Finlay Extracts & Ingredients USA, Inc.
Roundy's, Pasta Rings In Tomato And Cheese Sauce
High in sodium — 24% DV per serving
62kcal
2.1Protein
0.4Fat
13.2Carbs
Karlin Foods Corporation
Mashed Potatoes, 4 Cheese
364kcal
9.1Protein
4.5Fat
72.7Carbs
Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.
Deluxe Baked Complete Potatoes, Deluxe
High in sodium — 22% DV per serving
429kcal
7.1Protein
12.5Fat
64.3Carbs