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Red 3

ErythrosineC.I. 45430

Food Colorant

Red 3 is a synthetic food dye used to give foods a red color. It's commonly found in candies, baked goods, and some medications.

Moderate Concern

Source: FDA GRAS list

The FDA has set an acceptable daily intake for Red 3, but some studies have raised concerns about its potential impact on thyroid function and cancer risk.

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Correlation of mechanistic data and histopathology in the evaluation of selected toxic endpoints of the endocrine system.

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1998

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Last updated: May 16, 2026