As more lawmakers and health officials push to ban more artificial food dyes, a major candy manufacturer is offering customers new options.
Mars Wrigley U.S. announced in a press release that they would soon offer customers the chance to purchase candy that is made without artificial food coloring, including for iconic brands like Skittles.
“Our team in North America is always working hard for our consumers and in partnership with our stakeholders to make positive contributions to the treating and snacking categories,” the company said in a statement.
A press release from the company released in late July indicated that four of its products will have options available without Food, Drug and Cosmetic (FD&C) colors, including M&M’s, Skittles, Extra gum and Starburst fruit chews.
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