Red No. 3, an additive used for giving food and drinks a bright, cherry-red color, has officially been banned, announced the Food and Drug Administration on Wednesday. The FDA amended its color ...
What is Red No. 3? Red No. 3 -- also known as FD&C Red No. 3, erythrosine or Red 3-- is a synthetic dye that is made from petroleum and adds a "bright, cherry-red color" to the products it is added to ...