Ingredient

With Artificial Color

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Source

Not animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Manufacturers add artificial colors to make foods more visually appealing, enhance natural colors, or …

What it is

Artificial colors are synthetic substances created in laboratories to add color to food and beverages. They are not derived from natural sources but are chemically manufactured.

Why it's used

Manufacturers add artificial colors to make foods more visually appealing, enhance natural colors, or restore color lost during processing. They are commonly found in candies, baked goods, beverages, processed snacks, and some savory items like pickles and salad dressings.

Health notes

In the US, artificial colors are regulated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) as color additives, which must be approved for specific uses. The FDA revoked the approval for Red No. 3 for use in food in January 2025, with manufacturers having until January 2027 to comply. In April 2025, the FDA also announced a plan to phase out several petroleum-based synthetic dyes, including Red 40, Yellow 5, Yellow 6, Blue 1, Blue 2, Green 3, Citrus Red 2, and Orange B. Concerns have been raised about a potential link between some artificial colors and hyperactivity in children; however, scientific evidence on this link for the general population remains mixed. Major international bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated individual artificial dyes, with EFSA concluding that some dyes may have an effect on activity and attention in children.

Allergen info

Not a major allergen.

Products containing With Artificial Color

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Safeway, Inc. Salad, Arugula & Goat Cheese Deli Salads 130kcal 3Protein 7Fat 14Carbs Fresh Gourmet Company Fresh Gourmet, Dried Blueberries & Glazed Almonds Salad Dressing & Mayonnaise 433kcal 10Protein 23.3Fat 53.3Carbs Fresh Gourmet Company Fresh Gourmet, Almond Pieces, Honey Glazed Popcorn, Peanuts, Seeds & Related Snacks 533kcal 16.7Protein 43.3Fat 33.3Carbs Taylor Fresh Foods, Inc. Apple & Walnut Salad With Chicken Pickles, Olives, Peppers & Relishes High in sodium — 38% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 160kcal 6.0Protein 9.7Fat 13.0Carbs Safeway, Inc. Super Food Salad Deli Salads High in sodium — 41% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 157kcal 3.5Protein 10.1Fat 13.1Carbs Papa John's Salads & Produce Fruit, Nut & Goat Cheese Kale Salad With Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing Pickles, Olives, Peppers & Relishes High in sodium — 24% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 141kcal 3.8Protein 8.4Fat 15.0Carbs Safeway, Inc. Apple & Walnut With Chicken Mixed Lettuce, White Meat Chicken, Apples, Blue Cheese, Glazed Walnuts, Dried Cranberries With Sweet Onion Vinaigrette Dressing Salad, Apple & Walnut With Chicken Pickles, Olives, Peppers & Relishes 137kcal 5.9Protein 6.9Fat 11.8Carbs Safeway, Inc. Cranberry Walnut Spring Mix, Raspberry Walnut Flavored Vinaigrette, Feta Cheese, Flatbread, Dried Cranberries, And Honey Glazed Walnuts Salad Cafe Bowl, Cranberry Walnut Pickles, Olives, Peppers & Relishes High in sodium — 23% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving High in added sugars — 28% DV per serving 230kcal 5.2Protein 14.1Fat 20Carbs Safeway, Inc. Mixed Greens, White Meat Chicken, Apples, Blue Cheese, Dried Cranberries, Glazed Walnuts, Carrot With A Sweet Onion Dijon Dressing Salad, Apple & Walnut Salad With Chicken Pickles, Olives, Peppers & Relishes 170kcal 5Protein 11Fat 13Carbs Target Stores Apple Walnut Salad With Chicken Spring Mix Lettuce, Diced White-Meat Chicken, Green And Red Apples, Blue Cheese, Walnuts & Cranberries, Apple Walnut With Chicken Pickles, Olives, Peppers & Relishes High in sodium — 33% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 169kcal 5.5Protein 10.2Fat 13.3Carbs Apple Walnut Salad With Chicken Spring Mix Lettuce, Diced White-Meat Chicken, Green And Red Apples, Blue Cheese, Walnuts & Cranberries, Apple Walnut With Chicken Pickles, Olives, Peppers & Relishes High in sodium — 33% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 169kcal 5.5Protein 10.2Fat 13.3Carbs Taylor Fresh Foods, Inc. Apple & Walnut Salad With Chicken Pickles, Olives, Peppers & Relishes High in sodium — 24% DV per serving 173kcal 5.1Protein 10.3Fat 13.5Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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