Listing of Color Additives Exempt From Certification; Gardenia (Genipin) Blue; Confirmation of Effective Date
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA or we) is confirming the effective date of August 29, 2025, for the order that appeared in the Federal Register of July 15, 2025. The order amends the color additive regulations to provide for the safe use of gardenia (genipin) blue as a color additive, at levels consistent with good manufacturing practice (GMP), in sport drinks, flavored or enhanced non-carbonated water, fruit drinks and ades, ready-to-drink teas, hard candy, and soft candy.
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