So, how different are Euro-Skittles? First, remember that Skittles were first introduced in Europe, so if anything, we’ve corrupted them with our gelatin. Titanium dioxide is used in an enormous range of food products, which can feel jarring when looking at some of its other uses. By reducing processed foods in your diet, you can reduce the likelihood of not only eating titanium dioxide but eating other chemicals of concern," Faber said, noting that consumers can also call their elected representatives urging them to support increased food safety legislation and take action with organization alliances like Toxic Free Food FDA. "America, once again, is falling behind the rest of the world when it comes to chemical safety." Alyssa - Mars also introduced Starburst first in Europe (also gelatin free there, I need to get a hold of those too).

Titanium dioxide, or TiO2, sometimes referred to asE171, is an inorganic, solid substance used in a wide range of consumer goods including cosmetics, paint, plastic and food, according to the American Chemistry Council. Customer sues Mars: Skittles are 'unsafe' for consumers, lawsuit charges, because they contain 'a known toxin' What is titanium dioxide? Why is it used in food products?In food, titanium dioxide is often used as an artificial color additive. Tasha Stoiber, senior scientist at the consumer health nonprofit Environmental Working Group, says titanium dioxide can generallybe thought of as a "paint primer" – it often goes on a hard-shelled candy like Skittles before the color is added to give it a "uniform shine." Sweet lovers love to sink their teeth into the chewy goodness of Skittles Chewies. These delightful candies provide a satisfyingly chewy texture alongside a burst of fruity flavours. Taking the classic Skittles flavours and adding a lovely soft texture, these are a great addition for sweet lovers of all ages. Collecting Candy - Jason shares his immense collection of candy wrappers and historical perspective to confectionery

David Lebovitz - personal guide for chocolate tours of Paris, cookbook writer and incredible blogger Elke - I hear it’s the Spanish-made Haribo bears that are really bland. Someday I’ll get a hold of a mess of them and do a comparison. The Chocolate Life - more than just a chocolate blog, this is Clay Gordon's chocolate community with forums & a place for you to blog, too. Matthew Wright, chair of the authority's working group ontitanium dioxide, noted that "the evidence for general toxic effects was not conclusive," but that the panel couldn't rule out genotoxicity entirely. There were also some current data limitations and the assessment "could not establish a safe level for daily intake of the food additive," he stated. What other candies and food contain titanium dioxide?Faber argued there hasn't been enough change in these federal regulations in the decades following the FDA's approval of titanium dioxide – especially as others increasingly point to potential health consequences. In alawsuit filed last week, a consumer alleged that Skittles were "unfit for human consumption" because the rainbow candy contained a "known toxin" – an artificialcolor additive called titanium dioxide. Phthalates on the fast-food menu: Chemicals linked to health problems found at McDonalds, Taco Bell It's sort of ironic, maybe ironic is the wrong word, that the ingredient in paint that makes your kitchen shiny also makes your Hostess cupcakes shiny," Environmental Working Group's senior vice president of government affairsScott Faber added. Is titanium dioxide dangerous? Has it been linked to any health issues?