Kraft Heinz has announced that it will be removing artificial food dyes from its products over the next two years. The company said 10% of its products currently contain FD&C color additives, which are approved for use in food by the FDA, including brands such as Crystal Light, Jell-O and Kool Aid. The company removed artificial colors, preservatives and flavors from its Kraft Macaroni & Cheese in 2016 and its Heinz Tomato Ketchup has never had artificial dyes. The changes come after Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. unveiled a plan in April to begin phasing out eight synthetic food dyes in the American food supply. It’s unclear what action will be taken by HHS if companies don’t comply.
