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Announced Jul 1, 2025

Hershey · Twizzlers

Twizzlers Cherry Bites

A change has been announced.

Cherry Bites are on Hershey's U.S. snacks color list (end of 2027). Red 40 remains on typical bags.

What was announced

Removed: Red 40
Added: Vegetable juice color

announced jul 2025 · target 2027

2 sources · manufacturer announcement, FDA / government ↓

Category: Candy
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Timeline

Jul 1, 2025
Announced
Hershey committed to the change. Source: Manufacturer announcement.
Dec 31, 2027 · pending
Company target
Company-stated target date, not a verification.

Sources

Manufacturer announcement
The Hershey Company U.S. snacks color commitment
thehersheycompany.com
Jul 1, 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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