The FDA stated that data from a 2022 color additive petition showed FD&C Red No. 3 causes cancer in male laboratory rats exposed to high levels.
Notes on verification
Confirmed by FDA's official announcement and corroborated by Reuters and AP reporting from January 2025, all consistent in detailing the 2022 petition, male rat studies, and Delaney Clause rationale. [tier=silver indep_score=0.7 clusters=2 claim_tier=notable]