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)
CACalifornia
California Food Safety Act
Upcoming
Retail sale
Jan 1, 2027
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TXTexas
Texas SB 314
In effect
School food
Sep 1, 2025
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WVWest Virginia
West Virginia HB 2354
In effect
School food
Aug 1, 2025
Enjoined — watch
Retail sale
Jan 1, 2028
View West Virginia page →