Natural Food Coloring Alternatives: Your Complete Guide to FDA-Compliant Dye Replacements

As the FDA begins phasing out synthetic food dyes like Red 40, Yellow 5, and Blue 1 by 2026, food manufacturers, bakers, and clean-label brands are urgently seeking natural and organic food coloring alternatives that meet compliance standards while delivering true-to-nature colors and stable results. This comprehensive guide explores plant-based replacements for artificial dyes - such as beetroot, turmeric, spirulina, and butterfly pea flower - and offers formulation tips, regulatory insights, and performance comparisons to help you transition with confidence. Whether you're creating beverages, baked goods, or snacks, learn how to implement natural colorants that satisfy both consumers and regulators.

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Natural Food Coloring Alternatives: Your Complete Guide to FDA-Compliant Dye Replacements

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Your Guide to FDA-Compliant Natural Food Coloring Alternatives

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