Red 3 — where it's banned
Dye
Also appears as:Red No. 3FD&C Red No. 3FD&C Red #3Red #3erythrosineE127Red 3 LakeCI 45430
FDA status
Authorization revoked Jan 2025 — foods must comply by Jan 15, 2027
EU status
Banned in food except cocktail and candied cherries (E127)
Measures covering Red 3 (3)
WVWest Virginia
West Virginia HB 2354
In effect
School food
Aug 1, 2025
Enjoined — watch
Retail sale
Jan 1, 2028