M&Ms
Mars • Candy
US flagged
5
US Ingredients of Concern
Red 40, Yellow 5, Yellow 6, Blue 1, Blue 2
EU Version Uses
Carmine, Curcumin, Paprika extract
Why it matters: Major formulation difference.
Educational comparison
These examples compare common US formulations against EU formulations/restrictions. Always check current package labels for exact ingredients.
Froot Loops
Kellogg's • Cereal
US flagged
4
US Ingredients of Concern
Red 40, Yellow 6, Blue 1, BHT
EU Version Uses
Beetroot Red, Paprika Extract, Carrot Concentrate
Why it matters: Major formulation difference.
Skittles
Mars • Candy
US flagged
4
US Ingredients of Concern
Titanium Dioxide, Red 40, Yellow 5, Yellow 6
EU Version Uses
Spirulina, Safflower, Radish, Lemon, Black Carrot
Why it matters: Major formulation difference.
Pop-Tarts
Kellogg's • Breakfast
US flagged
4
US Ingredients of Concern
Red 40, Yellow 6, Blue 1, TBHQ
EU Version Uses
Beetroot, Paprika, Spirulina
Why it matters: Major formulation difference.
Starburst
Mars • Candy
US flagged
4
US Ingredients of Concern
Red 40, Yellow 5, Yellow 6, Blue 1
EU Version Uses
Blackcurrant, Safflower, Carrot
Why it matters: Major formulation difference.
Little Debbie Snacks
McKee Foods • Snacks
US flagged
4
US Ingredients of Concern
Red 40, Yellow 5, TBHQ, Partially Hydrogenated Oils
EU Version Uses
Not sold in EU
Why it matters: Major formulation difference.
Doritos
Frito-Lay • Snacks
US flagged
3
US Ingredients of Concern
Red 40, Yellow 6, Yellow 5
EU Version Uses
Paprika Extract, Annatto
Why it matters: Major formulation difference.
Mountain Dew
PepsiCo • Beverages
US flagged
2
US Ingredients of Concern
Brominated Vegetable Oil, Yellow 5
EU Version Uses
Natural flavors only
Why it matters: Major formulation difference.
Kraft Mac & Cheese
Kraft • Pasta
US flagged
2
US Ingredients of Concern
Yellow 5, Yellow 6
EU Version Uses
Paprika, Annatto, Beta Carotene
Why it matters: Major formulation difference.
Gatorade
PepsiCo • Beverages
US flagged
2
US Ingredients of Concern
Red 40, Yellow 5
EU Version Uses
Anthocyanins, Beta Carotene
Why it matters: Major formulation difference.
Sunny D
Harvest Hill • Beverages
US flagged
2
US Ingredients of Concern
Yellow 5, Yellow 6
EU Version Uses
Beta Carotene
Why it matters: Major formulation difference.
Frosted Flakes
Kellogg's • Cereal
US flagged
1
US Ingredients of Concern
BHT
EU Version Uses
No BHT
Why it matters: Notable formulation difference.
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