Breaking news: F.D.A. bans Red Dye 3 in foods, linking it to cancer in rats

There still is no evidence it is a human carcinogenic, the F.D.A. said.

View in browser Jan. 15, 2025, 11:46 a.m. ET BREAKING NEWS Haven Daley/Associated Press F.D.A. Bans Red Dye 3 in Foods, Linking It to Cancer in Rats The link between the synthetic coloring and cancer was first found more than three decades ago. The F.D.A. says there still is no evidence it is a human carcinogenic. Read more Need help? Review our newsletter help page or contact us for assistance. You received this email because you signed up for Breaking News from The New York Times. To stop receiving Breaking News, unsubscribe. To opt out of other promotional emails from The Times, including those regarding The Athletic, manage your email settings. To opt out of updates and offers sent from The Athletic, submit a request. Subscribe to The TimesGet The New York Times app Connect with us on: Change Your EmailPrivacy PolicyContact UsCalifornia Notices The New York Times Company. 620 Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10018