Is FD&C Colors vegetarian?

FD&C Colors are colorants certified by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) as safe for use in food, drugs, and cosmetics. The category includes a variety of synthetic azo dyes, triphenylmethane dyes, and others, with varying origins.

An ingredient is considered vegetarian if it avoids components derived from killing an animal.

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