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FDA bans Red Dye No. 3: What it means for bakery and snacks

FDA bans Red Dye No. 3: What it means for bakery and snacks

By Gill Hyslop

The FDA has officially banned Red Dye No. 3 in food products, citing cancer concerns under the Delaney Clause. How will this long-awaited decision reshape the bakery and snack industries that rely on the vibrant hue?

67% of retailers plan price hikes

67% of retailers plan price hikes

By Bethan Grylls

Food and non-alcoholic drink inflation remained steady in December 2024 compared to the last year, but prices rose on the month – with retailers painting a bleak picture for future trade.