Food ingredients banned in Virginia (2027)
Virginia bans 7 food additives that remain legal in the rest of the US, under Virginia HB 1910 (signed 2025) — bans 7 dyes in school food. The ban takes effect January 2027. Manufacturers must reformulate products sold in Virginia or pull them from shelves.
The 7 banned ingredients
| Ingredient | Why it's banned |
|---|---|
| Red Dye 40 | Linked to ADHD-style behavior in children. |
| Yellow Dye 5 | Allergic/hyperactivity concerns. |
| Yellow Dye 6 | Allergic/hyperactivity concerns. |
| Blue Dye 1 | Behavioral concerns in studies. |
| Blue Dye 2 | Linked to brain tumors in animal studies. |
| Green Dye 3 | Limited human-safety data. |
| Red Dye 3 | FDA banned Jan 2025. |
Background
Virginia HB 1910, signed by Governor Youngkin March 2025, bans 7 synthetic dyes from food served in Virginia public schools starting July 2027.
Read the full text of Virginia HB 1910 (signed 2025) — bans 7 dyes in school food →
Common products affected
- Lunchables
- Froot Loops
- Doritos
- Capri Sun
- Pop-Tarts
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