Blue 1
Brilliant Blue FCFE133
Colorant
Blue 1 is a synthetic dye used to give foods and cosmetics a blue color. It's made from coal tar and is one of the most widely used blue dyes in the world.
Moderate Concern
Source: FDA GRAS list
Some studies have linked Blue 1 to hyperactivity in children, but the FDA has deemed it safe for general use.
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