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J.M. Smucker Co. plans to remove FD&C artificial colors from all its consumer food products by 2027, focusing on sugar-free fruit spreads, ice cream toppings, and some Hostess products, with a goal to cease sales of such products to K-12 schools by 2026/2027, aligning with consumer demand for natural ingredients.
Kraft Heinz announced it will remove all artificial chemical dyes from its products, including brands like Kool-Aid and Jell-O, by the end of 2027, affecting about 10% of its portfolio, in response to health concerns and regulatory trends.
Skittles has removed titanium dioxide, a controversial whitening additive, from all its products following regulatory and health concerns, although it remains permitted in the US. The ingredient has been banned in the EU and is under review by US health authorities, with other food companies also using it. Mars Inc. is updating its formulations and website accordingly.