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Ban Harmful Food Dyes Act

USA119th CongressHR-5027| House 
| Updated: 8/22/2025
Grace Meng

Grace Meng

Democratic Representative

New York

Cosponsors (1)
Eleanor Holmes Norton (Democratic)

Energy and Commerce Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This legislative proposal aims to amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act by declaring certain color additives as unsafe for consumption in food. If enacted, this measure would significantly alter the regulatory status of these substances, overriding existing listings or certifications. Specifically, beginning January 1st, 2027 , any food containing the identified color additives will be deemed adulterated . The covered additives include: Red No. 40 Red No. 3 Yellow No. 5 Yellow No. 6 Blue No. 1 Blue No. 2 Green No. 3 Orange B Citrus Red 2 Titanium Dioxide and any substantially similar substances, effectively banning their use in food products.
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Aug 22, 2025
Introduced in House
Aug 22, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
  • August 22, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • August 22, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

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Ban Harmful Food Dyes Act

USA119th CongressHR-5027| House 
| Updated: 8/22/2025
This legislative proposal aims to amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act by declaring certain color additives as unsafe for consumption in food. If enacted, this measure would significantly alter the regulatory status of these substances, overriding existing listings or certifications. Specifically, beginning January 1st, 2027 , any food containing the identified color additives will be deemed adulterated . The covered additives include: Red No. 40 Red No. 3 Yellow No. 5 Yellow No. 6 Blue No. 1 Blue No. 2 Green No. 3 Orange B Citrus Red 2 Titanium Dioxide and any substantially similar substances, effectively banning their use in food products.
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Timeline
Aug 22, 2025
Introduced in House
Aug 22, 2025
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
  • August 22, 2025
    Introduced in House


  • August 22, 2025
    Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Grace Meng

Grace Meng

Democratic Representative

New York

Cosponsors (1)
Eleanor Holmes Norton (Democratic)

Energy and Commerce Committee

Health

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted