Red 3 (Erythrosine) is rated Avoid by CheckIt AI. Synthetic red dye used in candy and maraschino cherries. Banned in cosmetics due to thyroid tumor risk. Still FDA-approved for food.
Avoid Food Dyes
Synthetic red dye used in candy and maraschino cherries. Banned in cosmetics due to thyroid tumor risk. Still FDA-approved for food.
Read our complete guide: Food Dyes & Colorants: Natural vs Synthetic Guide