Certifiable color additives

Certifiable color additives are man-made, with each group being tested by the manufacturer and FDA. This "approval" process, known as color additive certification, assures the safety, quality, consistency and strength of the color additive before it is used in foods. 

There are 9 certified colors approved for use in food in the United States. One example is FD&C Yellow No.6, which is used in cereals, bakery goods, snack foods and other foods.