Red Algae Goes Blue: FDA Greenlights Algae Dye
Published Date: 5/12/2025
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Summary
The FDA is giving a green light to use a new natural blue color called galdieria extract blue, made from red algae, in lots of foods. This change helps food makers add a safe, cool blue shade while following good manufacturing rules. Food companies and consumers can expect this update to roll out soon, with no extra costs flagged.
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2 provisions identified: 2 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.
Food makers cleared to use new blue
The FDA amended color additive rules to allow use of ‘‘galdieria extract blue,’’ made from unicellular red algae (Galdieria sulphuraria), in various food categories at levels consistent with good manufacturing practice (GMP). Food manufacturers who add color to products may now use this ingredient under the FDA rule.
Consumers get new natural blue option
The FDA approved a new natural blue color called ‘‘galdieria extract blue,’’ derived from Galdieria sulphuraria, for use in various food categories at levels consistent with good manufacturing practice (GMP). The summary says consumers can expect this update to roll out soon and that no extra costs were flagged.
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