The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is taking action to remove petroleum-based food colors from the nation’s food supply. The FDA announced the phase out of synthetic dyes on April 22, 2025 with the end of 2026 as the targeted deadline for removal. The phase out of synthetic colors relies on voluntary compliance from manufacturers. The FDA is prioritizing Citrus Red No. 2, Orange B, and Red No. 2 as the first synthetic food colors to be eliminated. Other identified colors ... Full Article
Labeling Spices in Ingredient Statements
Labeling spices in ingredient statements can be confusing. It’s common practice for manufacturers to label spices in ingredient statements as “spice” or collectively, “spices.” This allows two things, a more concise ingredient statement and the ability to “hide” a proprietary formula. However, it’s important to follow FDA regulations when using the term “spice” in an ingredient statement. Definition of Spice The FDA’s criteria for something to be considered a “spice” include: Any aromatic ... Full Article
FDA Compliant Ingredient Statement
An ingredient statement is important information to consumers and required of manufacturers by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Ingredient statements can be simple or complex depending on your food product, but the following are a few basic rules that apply. All ingredients used to fabricate a food must be listed in the ingredient statement by its common or usual name, unless it is covered by an exemption. If your product is a single ingredient food, such as sugar, you are not required ... Full Article
