FDA, red 3

Red Dye No. 3, or erythrosine, is a synthetic red food dye once popular in candies and cakes. The ... [+] FDA bans Red Dye No. 3 under the Delaney Clause, citing cancer risks observed in ...
Yellow No. 5 is commonly used in brightly colored soda and candy, often to make them appear fresher and more appetizing.