FDA’s current position is that most children have no adverse effects while certain children may be sensitive. It repeats that the 2011 committee did not establish a causal link and says further neurobehavioral research is needed.
The totality of scientific evidence shows that most children have no adverse effects when consuming foods containing color additives, but some evidence suggests that certain children may be sensitive to them.
FDA’s current position is that most children have no adverse effects while certain children may be sensitive. It repeats that the 2011 committee did not establish a causal link and says further neurobehavioral research is needed. Current FDA scientific position checked in October 2026. This is FDA’s own review; MMG-04 and MMG-05 present published and state-government challenges.