Does skittles contain artificial dyes?

Yes, skittles contains 6 artificial dyes: Yellow 5, Yellow 6, Red 40, Blue 2, Blue 1, Titanium Dioxide.

Is skittles safe for kids with dye sensitivity?

skittles contains artificial dyes (Yellow 5, Yellow 6, Red 40, Blue 2, Blue 1, Titanium Dioxide) which have been linked to hyperactivity in some children. Consider dye-free alternatives.

skittles

Name: skittles
Brand: Wrigley

by Wrigley

Barcode: 0022000294661

CONTAINS 6 ARTIFICIAL DYES

This product contains artificial food coloring.

Yellow 5Yellow 6Red 40Blue 2Blue 1Titanium Dioxide

Detected Dyes

Yellow 5 (Tartrazine, E102)

Yellow 6 (Sunset Yellow FCF, E110)

Red 40 (Allura Red AC, E129)

Blue 2 (Indigo Carmine, E132)

Blue 1 (Brilliant Blue FCF, E133)

Titanium Dioxide (Titanium Dioxide, E171)

Ingredients

sugar, corn syrup, hydrogenated palm kernel oil, less than 2% of: citric acid, tapioca dextrin, modified corn starch, natural and artificial flavors, colors (red 40 lake, yellow 5 lake, blue 2 lake, titanium dioxide, red 40, yellow 5, blue 1, yellow 6), carnauba wax

Frequently Asked Questions

Does skittles contain Red 40?

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

Does skittles contain Yellow 5?

Yes, skittles contains Yellow 5 (Tartrazine, E102).

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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