Mars phases out controversial colour additive in Skittles
Summary
Mars, the company that makes Skittles, has stopped using the color additive titanium dioxide in its US Skittles. This ingredient was banned in the European Union last year due to possible health risks. The decision follows criticism and the ingredient remains legal in several countries, including the US.Key Facts
- Mars stopped using titanium dioxide in US Skittles at the end of last year.
- Titanium dioxide was banned in the European Union in 2022 over possible health concerns.
- This decision comes after criticism about the safety of titanium dioxide in candy.
- The ingredient is still allowed in countries like the US, UK, Canada, and New Zealand.
- California attempted to ban titanium dioxide in 2023, but the effort failed.
- Mars has not stated if this change affects Skittles sold outside the US.
- Mars emphasizes that all their products meet global safety standards.
- The Environmental Working Group has raised concerns and urged action on food ingredients like titanium dioxide.
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