The Natural Advantage: From Compliance to Consumer Demand

Even without immediate FDA action, state legislation can effectively set new compliance standards for national brands.

Next step: Plan formulations to meet the most restrictive state requirements to reduce complexity and future reformulation risk.

Regulatory uncertainty increases the risk of relying on synthetic colors that may face future restrictions.

Next step: Incorporate regulatory foresight into product development by prioritizing ingredients with strong regulatory acceptance and long-term viability.

Proactive reformulation and engaging with our color experts early in the process help minimize last-minute changes and supply chain challenges.

Next step: Conduct pilot trials with natural color alternatives to validate performance well ahead of potential deadlines.

Natural colors help manufacturers stay aligned with shifting regulations, retailer expectations, and clean-label demands simultaneously.

Next step: Partner with Kalsec to ensure consistent color performance, label clarity, and regulatory confidence.

In the U.S., BHA and BHT are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) but restricted to specific levels, typically not exceeding 200 ppm in fats and oils. These limits vary by application, requiring brands to adopt tailored reformulation strategies.

With growing state-level bans and consumer lawsuits, brands risk non-compliance, product reformulation costs, and reputational damage if they rely on synthetic antioxidants instead of exploring natural replacements.

Natural antioxidant blends such Herbalox and Duralox Oxidation Management systems support clean label” claims, helping manufacturers meet FDA labeling standards while avoiding consumer and regulatory backlash against synthetics.

By reducing reliance on synthetics, natural antioxidants help address sustainability and food waste concerns, which aligns with government food and heath regulators initiatives encouraging cleaner and more transparent food systems.