Is it clean yet?

Announced Jun 26, 2025Rolling out since Jun 26, 2025

Nesquik Chocolate Powder

Nestlé Nesquik Chocolate Powder package

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.

What's changing

Removed: Red 40
Added: Cocoa

rolling out since jun 2025

2 sources · manufacturer announcement, FDA / government ↓

Category: Desserts

Timeline

Jun 26, 2025
Announced
Nestlé committed to the change. Source: Manufacturer announcement.
Jun 26, 2025
Rollout started
New formula first seen: Manufacturer announcement.
Jun 30, 2026
Company target
Company-stated target date, not a verification.

Sources

Manufacturer announcement
Nestlé USA FD&C color elimination
fda.gov
Jun 26, 2025 · Verified ✓
FDA / government source
FDA tracking food-industry pledges to remove petroleum-based food dyes
fda.gov
Apr 22, 2025

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