Ingredient · E129, E133

FD&C Red #40 And Blue #1

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Source

Not animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

These dyes are added to foods to provide or enhance color, making products visually …

What it is

FD&C Red #40 and Blue #1 are synthetic food dyes produced from petroleum. They are manufactured through chemical synthesis to create vibrant colors for food products.

Why it's used

These dyes are added to foods to provide or enhance color, making products visually appealing. They are commonly found in sweets, beverages, baked goods, and dairy products like yogurt.

Health notes

FD&C Red #40 and Blue #1 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 Red #40 and Blue #1. Concerns have been raised about a potential link between these and other synthetic food dyes and hyperactivity in some children, though evidence on this topic is mixed. Both JECFA and EFSA have evaluated these dyes and set acceptable daily intakes.

Allergen info

Not a major allergen.

Products containing FD&C Red #40 And Blue #1

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Kingston Marketing Co Strawberry Swirl Sliced Creme Cake, Strawberry Swirl Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in added sugars — 20% DV per serving 333kcal 4.4Protein 15.6Fat 44.4Carbs Borden Dairy Company Lala, Yogurt, Mixed Berry, Mixed Berry Yogurt 89kcal 3.6Protein 0.9Fat 16.9Carbs McIlhenny Company Smartcarb, Blueberry Yogurt 41kcal 5.3Protein 1.2Fat 2.4Carbs Country Dairy Inc. Premium Ice Cream, Michigan Black Cherry Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt High in saturated fat — 30% DV per serving 269kcal 4.5Protein 19.4Fat 20.9Carbs The Father's Table LLC The Father's Table, Cheesecake, Raspberry Lemonade, Raspberry Lemonade Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 55% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 22% DV per serving 372kcal 3.5Protein 21.2Fat 41.6Carbs The Father's Table LLC The Father's Table, Fluffy Vanilla Cake Roll, Mixed Berry, Mixed Berry Croissants, Sweet Rolls, Muffins & Other Pastries 308kcal 4.6Protein 9.2Fat 53.9Carbs MDS Foods Inc. Cheddar Cheese Spread, Port Wine Cheese High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 357kcal 14.3Protein 25Fat 14.3Carbs Leonard Novelty Bakery Rainbow Cookies Cookies & Biscuits 393kcal 3.6Protein 21.4Fat 53.6Carbs Milton G. Waldbaum Company Blueberry Cream Cheese Spread, Blueberry Cheese High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 267kcal 3.3Protein 23.3Fat 13.3Carbs

Hiland Dairy Inc. Grape Drink, Grape Other Drinks 38kcal 0Protein 0Fat 9.6Carbs Olson's Baking Company, LLC Strawberry Swirl Creme Cake Sliced, Strawberry Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in added sugars — 20% DV per serving 333kcal 4.4Protein 15.6Fat 44.4Carbs Amex Records Inc Bolis, Aguas Frescas Fruit Coolers, Strawberry Fresa Other Drinks 36kcal 0Protein 0Fat 8.8Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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