Listing of Color Additives Exempt From Certification; Spirulina Extract
FDA expands approved uses of spirulina extract as a color additive in human foods, including dietary supplements, removing previous restrictions on specific food categories.
Aforeworn detected this change in the Dietary-Supplement Labeling (FDA) space on July 5, 2026 and published this briefing so affected operators are forewarned rather than caught off guard. It is rated Medium urgency. Supplement brands, contract manufacturers, private-label sellers, ingredient suppliers using spirulina extract as a color additive. should confirm how it applies to their specific situation before acting. There is a time constraint attached: Effective immediately upon publication (February 6, 2026). No grace period; however, enforcement discretion may apply for products already in commerce.. Acting after that point can mean penalties, a lapsed licence, or lost eligibility — exactly the kind of surprise Aforeworn exists to prevent. Aforeworn monitors Dietary-Supplement Labeling (FDA) continuously and turns every detected change into a plain-English briefing like this one, so you always know first. Forewarned is forearmed.
What changed
Spirulina extract is now permitted as a color additive in all human food categories, not just limited ones. This removes the need for separate petitions for expanded uses.
Who it affects
Supplement brands, contract manufacturers, private-label sellers, ingredient suppliers using spirulina extract as a color additive.
What you must do
Review current product formulations and labeling to ensure compliance with new expanded use allowance; update internal specifications and supplier documentation.
Deadline
Effective immediately upon publication (February 6, 2026). No grace period; however, enforcement discretion may apply for products already in commerce.
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