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Latest Texas AG Food Probe Puts Mars in a Sticky Situation

  • Texas AG Ken Paxton announced that he is investigating Mars, Inc., the maker of products like M&M’s and Skittles, for allegedly engaging in deceptive trade practices in violation of state consumer protection laws when manufacturing its products.
  • In its press release, the AG’s office alleged that Mars continues to use artificial dyes in its food products, despite publicly pledging to phase them out, and makes allegedly false claims that these dyes pose no known risk to human health or safety. The AG’s office claims that artificial dyes have been linked to various adverse health effects, including behavioral issues like hyperactivity, autism, and cancer.
  • As part of its investigation, the AG has issued a civil investigation demand to obtain documents from Mars related to its use of dyes.
  • We have previously covered Texas’s investigations into other food manufacturers, including Kellogg’s and General Mills, for similar concerns involving artificial dyes and preservatives.