Hershey to Remove Synthetic Dyes From Its Snacks by End of 2027

Hershey Co. will remove synthetic dyes from its snacks by the end of 2027, the latest in a string of major food companies that have announced similar moves.

The Pennsylvania-based maker of Hershey’s chocolates, Jolly Ranchers candy and SkinnyPop popcorn cited the challenges of navigating the profusion of new state legislation around food dyes.

“There is a patchwork of state regulations emerging that is creating confusion and will ultimately increase consumer costs,” a Hershey spokesperson said Monday. “Removing these colors is a natural next step in our program to ensure consumers have options to fit their lifestyle while maintaining trust ...