Does MandM contain artificial dyes?

Yes, MandM contains 3 artificial dyes: Yellow 6, Red 40, Blue 2.

Is MandM safe for kids with dye sensitivity?

MandM contains artificial dyes (Yellow 6, Red 40, Blue 2) which have been linked to hyperactivity in some children. Consider dye-free alternatives.

MandM

Name: MandM
Brand: M&M's

by M&M's

Barcode: 0040000594925

CONTAINS 3 ARTIFICIAL DYES

This product contains artificial food coloring.

Yellow 6Red 40Blue 2

Detected Dyes

Yellow 6 (Sunset Yellow FCF, E110)

Red 40 (Allura Red AC, E129)

Blue 2 (Indigo Carmine, E132)

Ingredients

WHITE CHOCOLATE (SUGAR, COCOA BUTTER, SKIM MILK, MILKFAT, SOY LECITHIN, SALT, NATURAL FLAVOR), SEMISWEET CHOCOLATE (SUGAR, CHOCOLATE PROCESSED WITH ALKALI, CHOCOLATE, COCOA BUTTER, MILKFAT, SOY LECITHIN, NATURAL FLAVOR), SUGAR, CORNSTARCH, CORN BLUE 2, RED 40 LAKE, YELLOW 6 LAKE, CARNAUBA WAX, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVORS, GUM ACACIA.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does MandM contain Red 40?

Yes, MandM contains Red 40 (Allura Red AC, E129).

Does MandM contain Yellow 5?

No, MandM does not contain Yellow 5.

Want to learn more? Read about Red 40 side effects, the FDA food dye ban, or how to read food labels for dyes.

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