FD&C Certified Color Overview
Under the United States Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FD&C), color additives are subject to FDA approval before they may be used in food, drugs, or cosmetics.
The FDA lists nine FD&C certified color additives for use in foods in the United States. The most popular color additives are as follows:
FD&C Blue No. 1
FD&C Blue No. 2
FD&C Green No. 3
FD&C Red No. 3
FD&C Red No. 40
FD&C Yellow No. 5
FD&C Yellow No. 6
FD&C Certified Colors Distributor & Supplier Information
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