All articles tagged with #skittles
Originally Published 7 months ago — by BBC
Mars has stopped using titanium dioxide in its US Skittles, following consumer criticism and health concerns, aligning with its broader move away from artificial colors, although the company did not specify if this change affects Skittles outside the US.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by Bloomberg.com
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.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by KTLA Los Angeles
A bill that would ban certain additives used in processed food has passed the California legislature and is awaiting Governor Gavin Newsom's signature. The bill, known as the "Skittles ban," originally included titanium dioxide but was revised to exclude it. The banned additives include Red Dye No. 3, potassium bromate, brominated vegetable oil, and propyl paraben. The bill aims to protect Californians from toxic chemicals in the food supply and has garnered bipartisan support. The implementation of the ban is delayed until 2027 to allow food companies time to make necessary changes.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Los Angeles Times
The California Legislature has passed a bill banning several food additives, including those found in Skittles, and sent it to Governor Gavin Newsom's desk. The California Food Safety Act, the first of its kind in the country, would prohibit the manufacture, sale, or distribution of certain additives. The law, if signed, would take effect in 2027 and impose fines for violations. The bill aims to make food in California safer but is not intended to ban specific foods like Skittles. Instead, it encourages manufacturers to change their recipes by eliminating nonessential ingredients. The bill received support from actor and former California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Fox Business
Skittles candy is facing backlash and calls for a boycott due to its new packaging featuring phrases like "Black Trans Lives Matter" and LGBTQ+ designs in support of Pride Month. Some consumers criticize the company's "woke" approach and claim it is trying to turn children into activists. Skittles, a product of the Wrigley Company, a division of Mars Inc., has partnered with the Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation for the fourth year to create LGBTQ-friendly designs. While some protest the campaign, others argue that the candy's slogan, "Taste the rainbow," aligns with the inclusive packaging. The controversy draws comparisons to Bud Light's partnership with a trans activist, which resulted in a decline in sales for the beer brand.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Daily Mail
Skittles is facing backlash after partnering with GLAAD and altering its packaging to include messaging such as 'Black Trans Lives Matter'. The limited edition Pride Packs, which deviate from the brand's signature color wheel, have received criticism on social media for what some perceive as inauthentic "woke" marketing. This is the fourth year Skittles has collaborated with GLAAD to support the LGBTQ+ community. While the standard Skittle packaging is still available, the Pride Pack series is sold at selected retailers.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by CNN
Skittles has introduced a new flavor that is said to be so intense it will make your nose hairs curl, adding to their wide range of candy options.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by YourTango
According to a neuropsychologist, all Skittles taste the same despite their different colors and fragrances. The brain processes certain sensory cues together, so when offered two of the three sensory cues (sight and smell), the brain fills in the blanks. Candy companies have figured out that it is cheaper to make things smell and look different than it is to make them actually taste different. However, higher-end gummy bears actually do taste different.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Guardian US
A California bill seeks to ban five chemicals, including titanium dioxide, an ingredient in Skittles, that have been linked to health risks. However, the bill's sponsor, Jesse Gabriel, says he loves Skittles and believes there is a 0% chance of the candy being banned. Instead, he expects manufacturers to alter their recipes. The bill's purpose is to get the FDA to re-evaluate its system for reviewing food additives, which has been criticized for lacking independent oversight. While the bill may not pass, it could lead to voluntary changes by companies and spark change in other states.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Los Angeles Times
California Assemblymember Jesse Gabriel has proposed a bill that would ban the sale, manufacture, and distribution of foods containing chemicals linked to health concerns, including decreased immune response, hyperactivity in children, and increased risk of cancer. The chemicals, currently banned in the European Union, are found in numerous snack staples including Skittles, Mountain Dew, and Ding Dongs. The bill would make California the first state to ban the sale and manufacture of foods containing the chemicals. The FDA approves the use of these chemicals, but the bill aims to correct for a concerning lack of federal oversight and help protect public health and the safety of the food supply.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by WKMG News 6 & ClickOrlando
A proposed bill in California aims to ban the sale, manufacture, and distribution of food products containing certain chemicals, including Skittles. The chemicals are currently banned in the European Union due to potential health impacts like increased risk of cancer, harm to the reproductive system, and damage to the immune system. The bill would make California the first state in the country to ban the use of these types of chemicals and would go into effect on Jan. 1, 2025.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by USA TODAY
California lawmakers are considering a bill that would ban the manufacture, sale, or distribution of foods containing five chemicals that have been linked to health problems and are already banned in Europe. The chemicals include titanium dioxide, red dye No. 3, potassium bromate, brominated vegetable oil, and propyl paraben. The proposed legislation has faced opposition from the U.S. food industry, but the lawmaker behind the bill says the goal is not to take products off shelves, but to get companies to choose better ingredients. If the bill passes, it could have implications for consumers in the rest of the U.S.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by KABC-TV
A new bill proposed in the California legislature would ban popular candies such as Skittles and Nerds, as well as other processed food items that contain chemicals linked to health problems such as an increased risk of cancer and behavioral issues in children. The bill would ban processed foods with the chemicals red dye no. 3, titanium dioxide, potassium bromate, brominated vegetable oil and propyl paraben. If the bill is passed, California would be the first state to ban such chemicals.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by WJW FOX 8 News Cleveland
A proposed California bill, AB 418, aims to ban the sale of food items containing toxic and dangerous chemicals like Red Dye No. 3, Titanium Dioxide, Potassium Bromate, Brominated Vegetable Oil, or Propyl Paraben. These chemicals can cause significant health problems like increased risk of cancer, damage to the immune system, and behavioral issues in children. Many of the chemicals that would be banned have never been independently reviewed by the FDA or re-evaluated in decades. If passed, California would be the first state to have such a law.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Daily Meal
Lawmakers in California are considering a bill that would ban the sale and production of foods containing five chemical additives, including those found in Skittles and Campbell's soup, due to health concerns. Three of the five substances have already been banned in the European Union. The bill was introduced by State Assembly member Jesse Gabriel and aims to protect public health and the safety of the food supply. This would be the first ban of its kind in the United States, where the FDA typically oversees food safety.