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FDA Eases Food Dye Rules, Sparks Health Concerns

2/20/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration, through the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), relaxed labeling rules for food dyes, allowing "no artificial colors" claims for products containing titanium dioxide.
Critics say the change misleads consumers and omits health risks linked to dyes, including ADHD.
Some states push bans on synthetic dyes; the FDA has not withdrawn titanium dioxide.
Advocates warn that natural does not guarantee safety and demand stricter regulations.

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Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration, through the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), relaxed labeling rules for food dyes, allowing "no artificial colors" claims for products containing titanium dioxide.
Critics say the change misleads consumers and omits health risks linked to dyes, including ADHD.
Some states push bans on synthetic dyes; the FDA has not withdrawn titanium dioxide.
Advocates warn that natural does not guarantee safety and demand stricter regulations.