Where MAHA’s War on Synthetic Food Dyes Stands as Nestlé Finishes Changes
Summary
Nestlé has fully removed synthetic food dyes from all its products in the United States. This change supports the FDA’s effort, led by Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., to phase out certain synthetic dyes from American food by 2027 to improve public health.Key Facts
- Nestlé USA finished removing synthetic dyes from all its U.S. food and beverage products.
- FDA started a campaign in April 2025 to phase out petroleum-based food dyes to protect public health.
- Six common synthetic dyes are targeted for removal by the end of 2027, including Red No. 40 and Yellow No. 5.
- The FDA has authorized four new natural color additives to replace the synthetic dyes.
- Synthetic dyes have been linked to health issues in children, such as hyperactivity and attention problems.
- Some dyes have shown cancer risks in animal studies.
- Seven companies, including Nestlé, have fully removed these dyes from their U.S. products.
- Twenty more companies have promised to remove synthetic dyes by deadlines ranging from 2025 to 2028.
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