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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration bans the usage of Red No. 3 artificial food coloring, due to research

Stilfontein mine deaths — The U.S. Food and Drug Administration bans the usage of Red No. 3 artificial food coloring, due to research showing that the food coloring is carcinogenic. [https://www.nbcnews.com

Published January 15, 2025· Updated October 28, 2026·1 min read

Context: Stilfontein mine deaths.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration bans the usage of Red No. 3 artificial food coloring, due to research showing that the food coloring is carcinogenic. [https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/fda-bans-red-no-3-artificial-coloring-beverages-candy-rcna185479 (NBC News)]

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