Sweet tart minis

Sweet Tart Minis are vibrant, tangy candies packed with a colorful array of artificial dyes like Red 40, Yellow 5, and Blue 1, which give them their eye-catching appearance. While their bold flavors and bright hues make them a fun treat, consumers sensitive to food dyes may want to consider their presence in this popular sour snack.

Ingredients: dextrose, corn syrup, hydrogenated coconut oil, malic acid, d-l malic acid, citric acid, calcium stearate, natural flavors, less than 2% of coconut oil, carnauba wax, blue 1 lake, blue 2 lake, yellow 6 lake, yellow 6, yellow 5, yellow 5 lake, titanium dioxide, red 40 lake, red 40, blue 1, egg whites, maltodextrin, mono and diglycerides, sugar

sour

tangy

Artificial Dyes Found

Red 40

The most widely used artificial red dye in the United States.

Origin: Derived from petroleum byproducts.

Health concerns: May cause hyperactivity in some children and allergic reactions.

Yellow 5

A bright yellow dye common in snacks and drinks.

Origin: Derived from petroleum.

Health concerns: May cause allergic reactions, especially in aspirin-sensitive individuals.

Yellow 6

An orange-yellow dye often found in beverages and candy.

Origin: Derived from petroleum.

Health concerns: May cause hyperactivity and potential allergic reactions.

Blue 1

A bright blue synthetic dye used in candies and drinks.

Origin: Derived from petroleum.

Health concerns: Generally considered safe, but may cause allergic reactions in rare cases.

Blue 2

A synthetic blue dye found in candy and pet food.

Origin: Derived from petroleum.

Health concerns: Possible link to brain tumors in animal studies.

Titanium Dioxide

A whitening agent often used in candy coatings.

Origin: Mineral source (titanium ores).

Health concerns: Potential cancer concerns; banned in some countries.