How do I know if my bread contains artificial dyes?

Check the ingredient list for names like Red 40, Yellow 5, Yellow 6, Blue 1, Blue 2, Red 3, Green 3, or Titanium Dioxide. You can also scan the barcode with DyeFreeCheck for an instant verdict.

Why should I avoid artificial food dyes?

Research has linked artificial food dyes to hyperactivity in children, allergic reactions, and potential carcinogenic effects. The FDA is phasing out several synthetic dyes by 2027, and the EU has already banned some.

Dye-Free Bread — Products Without Artificial Dyes

Q: What dye-free bread are dye-free?

We've identified 60 dye-free bread that are free from artificial dyes like Red 40, Yellow 5, and Blue 1. Browse our full list above.

These products contain no artificial dyes based on ingredient data from Open Food Facts.

100% Whole Wheat Bread

Nature's Own

Dye Free

100% Whole Wheat Bread

21 Whole Grains & Seeds Bread

Graintastic

Dye Free

21 Whole Grains And Seeds

Dave's Killer Bread

Dye Free

Artesano bakery bread

Boomin' Berry Organic Bagels

Cinnamon Raisin Remix Organic Bagels

Dave's Killer Bread

Dye Free

Dave’s Killer Bread Thin Sliced 21 Whole Grains and Seeds

EPIC EVERYTHING Organic Bagels

European Grains & Seeds Bread

Flourless Sprouted Grain Bread Sesame

Harrys pain de mie extra moelleux complet sans sucres ajoutés 500g

Lancashire Oven Bottom Muffins

Eldon’s

Dye Free

Light Multi Grain Muffins

Thomas'

Dye Free

Light Rye Swedish Style Crispbread

wasa

Dye Free

Lightly Breaded Chicken Breast Chunks

Organic Bread 21 Whole Grains and Seeds

Dave's Killer Bread

Dye Free

Organic Bread Good Seed

Dave's Killer Bread

Dye Free

Organic Bread Good Seed Thin-Sliced

Dave's Killer Bread

Dye Free

Organic Bread Powerseed

Organic English Muffins

Pain de mie longue conservation

Fleischer, Selbst gemacht, The Wholesome Bar, Uberti

Dye Free

Penne Rigate integrali

M&S

Dye Free

Peter's Yard Original Sourdough Crackers

Popcorn Himalayan Gold

LesserEvil

Dye Free

SHORTBREAD ROUNDS 150G - WALKERS - 150g

WALKER'S

Dye Free

Sablé Nature sans sucres

Gerblé

Dye Free

San Francisco style Sourdough Bread

Sliced Soft White Rolls

Sourdough Bistro Classic Loaf

Ace Bakery

Dye Free

Products With Artificial Dyes (30)

These products contain one or more artificial dyes. Check the product page for details.

Rainbow Nonpareils Sprinkles

Betty Crocker

Dye Free

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Blueberry bagel juniors

Dye Free

Blueberry flavored deluxe bagels, blueberry

Sara Lee

Dye Free

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Blueberry larger bakery style bagels

Dye Free

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Blueberry larger bakery style bagels

Sliced blueberry bagels, blueberry

English Muffins Blueberry

Thomas'

Dye Free

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Pillsbury Sausage Toaster Scrambles Pastries 4 Count

Pillsbury

Dye Free

Toaster Scrambles pastries

Pillsbury

Dye Free

Toaster scrambles bacon & sausage toaster pastries

Garden Spinach Herb Wrap

Mission

Dye Free

Gluten Free Spinach Herb

Combination Pizza Rolls

Party Pizza Combination

Totino's

Dye Free

Party Pizza Pepperoni

Totino's

Dye Free

Party Pizza Triple Cheese

Totino's

Dye Free

Pepperoni Pizza Rolls

Pizza rolls pizza rolls snacks

Totino's

Dye Free

Pizza rolls pizza snacks

Totino's

Dye Free

Plant-Based F'sh Filets

Gardein

Dye Free

Frequently Asked Questions

What dye-free bread are dye-free?

We've identified 60 dye-free bread without artificial dyes. Products are verified against Open Food Facts ingredient data covering Red 40, Yellow 5, Yellow 6, Blue 1, Blue 2, Red 3, Green 3, and Titanium Dioxide.

How do I check if a product has artificial dyes?

You can search for any product on DyeFreeCheck or scan the barcode. We check ingredient lists and additive data to identify all 8 target artificial dyes.

Are artificial food dyes being banned?

Yes. The FDA announced a voluntary phase-out of synthetic food dyes by the end of 2027. Red 3 is already banned in California. The EU banned Titanium Dioxide in 2022. Read more about the FDA food dye ban.

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