Does Star Brites Peppermint Candy contain artificial dyes?

Yes, Star Brites Peppermint Candy contains 5 artificial dyes: Yellow 6, Red 3, Red 40, Blue 1, Titanium Dioxide.

Is Star Brites Peppermint Candy safe for kids with dye sensitivity?

Star Brites Peppermint Candy contains artificial dyes (Yellow 6, Red 3, Red 40, Blue 1, Titanium Dioxide) which have been linked to hyperactivity in some children. Consider dye-free alternatives.

Star Brites Peppermint Candy

Name: Star Brites Peppermint Candy
Brand: Brach's, Ferrara Candy Company

by Brach's, Ferrara Candy Company

Barcode: 0011300744365

CONTAINS 5 ARTIFICIAL DYES

This product contains artificial food coloring.

Yellow 6Red 3Red 40Blue 1Titanium Dioxide

Detected Dyes

Yellow 6 (Sunset Yellow FCF, E110)

Red 3 (Erythrosine, E127)

Red 40 (Allura Red AC, E129)

Blue 1 (Brilliant Blue FCF, E133)

Titanium Dioxide (Titanium Dioxide, E171)

Ingredients

CORN SYRUP, SUGAR, PEPPERMINT OIL, TITANIUM DIOXIDE [COLOR], RED 40, RED 3, YELLOW 6, BLUE 1.

Dye-Free Alternatives

Almond Breeze Unsweetened Vanilla almondmilk

Butter with Olive Oil & Sea Salt

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Star Brites Peppermint Candy contain Red 40?

Yes, Star Brites Peppermint Candy contains Red 40 (Allura Red AC, E129).

Does Star Brites Peppermint Candy contain Yellow 5?

No, Star Brites Peppermint Candy 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.

Skip the dyes — make it at home with Origin Recipe.

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