Rolling out
Frito-Lay · Doritos
Doritos Nacho Cheese
Announced Apr 22, 2025Rolling out since Feb 18, 2026
Not on every shelf yet.
Nacho Cheese is moving from Yellow 5 / Yellow 6 / Red 40 toward paprika, annatto, and turmeric. Old and new bags are both in circulation.
What changed
Timeline
Announced
Frito-Lay committed to the change. Source: Manufacturer announcement.
Rollout started
New formula first seen: Manufacturer announcement.
Company target
Company-stated target date, not a verification.
Sources
- Apr 22, 2025
Manufacturer announcement
Frito-Lay U.S. color update
- May 22, 2026
Photograph of physical ingredient label
Nacho Cheese 9.25 oz — Houston
Have you seen the new formula?
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