Natural Food Dye Demand Surges Following FDA Ban

Phytolon, an Israeli food tech company, has tripled its production of natural food dyes through a partnership with Ginkgo Bioworks. This increase comes as the FDA plans to ban synthetic dyes by 2026, creating a significant market opportunity for natural alternatives. The natural food color market is projected to grow from $1.86 billion in 2023 to $2.61 billion by 2028, highlighting the urgency for food innovators to adapt to changing regulations.

Original excerpt: Phytolon is anticipating a rush in demand for its fermentation-derived food dye, following the FDA and HHS’s decision last week…

Source: FoodNavigator-USA.com