Nestlé, DrinksChanged 2025
Nesquik Strawberry Ready-to-Drink
Red 3 to Beta-carotene
Nesquik Chocolate Powder is rolling out a version without Red 40. Rolling out since Jun 2025. Source: fda.gov.
Not on every shelf yet.
Chocolate powder typically uses cocoa, not Red 40. FDA lists Nestlé USA complete on FD&C colors as of mid-2026.
2 sources · manufacturer announcement, FDA / government ↓
- Category
- Desserts
Timeline
Announced
Nestlé announced a change. Source: Manufacturer announcement.
Rollout started
New formula first seen: Manufacturer announcement.
Company target
Company-stated target date, not a verification.
Sources
- Jun 26, 2025
- Apr 22, 2025
FDA / government source
FDA tracking food-industry pledges to remove petroleum-based food dyesfda.gov
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