FDA Eyes Jagua Blue Dye for Safer, Flashier Pet Treats
Published Date: 3/4/2026
Proposed Rule
Summary
Ecoflora Cares has asked the FDA to approve a new safe blue color additive made from jagua for pet foods. This change could make pet treats and meals more colorful without harming pets, following good manufacturing rules. The petition was filed on February 24, 2026, and could affect pet food makers and pet lovers soon.
Analyzed Economic Effects
1 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.
Pet-food blue color additive petition filed
Ecoflora Cares filed a petition on February 24, 2026 asking the FDA to amend 21 CFR 73.225 to allow jagua (genipin-glycine) blue as a color additive in pet foods at levels consistent with good manufacturing practice. If approved, pet food manufacturers would be able to use this blue coloring that the petitioner describes as safe for pet consumption.
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