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U.S. to Ban Artificial Dyes by 2026 for Kids' Health

5/2/2025

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By 2026, the U.S. will eliminate petroleum-based artificial dyes from food, prioritizing children's health. Sensient Technologies is racing against supply shortages and rising costs to find natural substitutes. Critics warn that these artificial dyes are tied to health problems associated with the ultraprocessed foods that fill American plates, sparking a vital conversation about food safety.

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By 2026, the U.S. will eliminate petroleum-based artificial dyes from food, prioritizing children's health. Sensient Technologies is racing against supply shortages and rising costs to find natural substitutes. Critics warn that these artificial dyes are tied to health problems associated with the ultraprocessed foods that fill American plates, sparking a vital conversation about food safety.