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Titanium Dioxide is a synthetic colorant widely used to make products look brighter. It’s not essential. It has no nutri...
04/01/2025

Titanium Dioxide is a synthetic colorant widely used to make products look brighter. It’s not essential. It has no nutritional value. It’s just there for appearance.

And yet, it’s everywhere.

🍬 That gum you chew? It’s in there.

🥛 That coffee creamer that makes your latte Instagram-worthy? Yep.

🦷 Your toothpaste? Sunscreen? Also there.

The European Union banned it in food in 2022 over concerns that it may accumulate in the body and cause DNA damage. Meanwhile, in the U.S., it’s still found in thousands of products. 🤯

At Michroma, we believe color should be clean, safe, and sustainable. That’s why we’re working on a natural, fungi-based white alternative—one that delivers performance without the risks. 🌱

Today is Macaron Day! But this year, things look a little different.With the FDA officially banning Red Dye No. 3, brand...
03/20/2025

Today is Macaron Day! But this year, things look a little different.

With the FDA officially banning Red Dye No. 3, brands face a challenge: how to reformulate without losing intensity—while keeping up with the demand for clean-label, sustainable solutions.

At Michroma, we see this as an opportunity. 🍄 Our fungi-based red delivers bold, stable color—without petrochemicals. A natural, scalable alternative that meets today’s regulations and sets the standard for tomorrow.

Synthetic dyes are on their way out . Is your brand ready? 🚀
🌈 Go to www.michroma.co to learn more about the future of colors.


Would you eat something that could damage your DNA? 😳Titanium Dioxide is a synthetic colorant used to make food look whi...
02/26/2025

Would you eat something that could damage your DNA? 😳

Titanium Dioxide is a synthetic colorant used to make food look whiter and brighter. It has no nutritional value—just a cosmetic effect. But here’s the real issue: studies suggest that it can accumulate in the body and cause DNA damage. 🚨

The European Union banned it in 2022 over these safety concerns, yet it’s still legal in the U.S. 🤯 You’ll find it in everything from candies and baked goods to dressings and even coffee creamers.

At Michroma, we believe you shouldn’t have to choose between safety and appearance. That’s why we’re developing a natural, fungi-based white—clean, high-performing, and 100% TiO₂-free. 🌱

It's time for food and beauty products to look good without compromising health. The future of white is coming. Stay tuned and learn more about our ingredients at www.michroma.co

Meet Marianela Pizzio, our Organic Chemistry Scientist, who works innovating with science and creativity to keep develop...
02/13/2025

Meet Marianela Pizzio, our Organic Chemistry Scientist, who works innovating with science and creativity to keep developing new-generation natural ingredients🌈🚀!

“Personally, Michroma is synonymous with challenges, professional and personal growth, and a firm commitment to sustainability. It’s a path toward a world filled with natural and healthy colors, where every step contributes to a better future.

If we contribute our small part, we can make the world more livable and better for everyone. As a chemist, I have had to rethink this purpose several times, and it was at Michroma that I found the opportunity to make this vision a reality. I am proud to be part of the development of such innovative technology. Furthermore, the synergy between work and the dedication, passion, and experience each Michromer brings inspires me daily.

Science has been a fundamental part of my life for a long time. Since joining Michroma, every day, I have the opportunity to take that knowledge to something bigger that can help change the way we consume colorants today.”

Tata’s dedication fills our days with energy! Thank you for being so committed to Michroma’s mission and for putting your heart into building a safer future for the people and the planet!🍄 🧬



Goodbye, Blue Monday—Hello, Red+ Monday! 🌈Blue Monday has long been known as the “saddest day of the year”—but not anymo...
01/20/2025

Goodbye, Blue Monday—Hello, Red+ Monday! 🌈

Blue Monday has long been known as the “saddest day of the year”—but not anymore. Today, we’re flipping the script in the most colorful way possible!

🎉 The FDA has officially banned Red Dye No. 3! This milestone marks a huge step forward for the food industry and everyone striving for safer, cleaner, and more sustainable products.

At Michroma🍄 🌈 , we couldn’t be happier! Our natural, fungi-based colorants, like Red+, are here to lead the way toward a brighter and healthier future.

So, let’s rebrand this Blue Monday into something new: a Red+ Monday❤️ —a day to celebrate progress, positivity, and a more colorful world.

Big win for food safety! 🚫🍬The FDA banned Red 3 from foods, drinks, and supplements, finally addressing its cancer risks...
01/16/2025

Big win for food safety! 🚫🍬

The FDA banned Red 3 from foods, drinks, and supplements, finally addressing its cancer risks after decades of use in candies, snacks, and more. This is a major step forward for healthier food choices!

At Michroma, we’ve spent five years harnessing the power of fungi and precision fermentation to create natural, safe, and sustainable colorants. We believe food should be colorful and free from harmful ingredients—because better food is better for people and the planet.

The time for better ingredients is now! 🌱

Craving bold colors with breakfast? 🥛🍄 Say hello to Red+, our world-first natural red colorant designed for all your foo...
11/20/2024

Craving bold colors with breakfast? 🥛🍄 Say hello to Red+, our world-first natural red colorant designed for all your foods and beverages!

Made with Michroma’s fungi-based innovation, Red+ goes beyond just color. It is resistant—holding up in high temperatures and through various pH levels—so it shines in everything from baked goods to dairy and plant-based meats. Not only vibrant but also non-GMO, vegan, kosher, halal, and tasteless.

Why settle for less when your colors can be as natural as they are high-performance?

Visit https://www.michroma.co/our-ingredients to learn more about the features of our ingredients!

The food industry is at a turning point. Artificial dyes in foods have sparked concern for years, and California is now ...
11/07/2024

The food industry is at a turning point. Artificial dyes in foods have sparked concern for years, and California is now leading the way in banning these risky additives. 🌎 While the political landscape may shift, consumer choice drives the demand for transparency and healthier options.

🍄At Michroma, we’re committed to making this choice easier, offering natural and safe colorants leveraging the power of fungi to color food the right way. Let’s work toward a future where food is colorful and safe for everyone 🌈.

Do you feel like donuts for breakfast?🍩Our fungi-based🍄 food colorings are here to bring vibrant hues to your dishes—nat...
10/15/2024

Do you feel like donuts for breakfast?🍩

Our fungi-based🍄 food colorings are here to bring vibrant hues to your dishes—naturally. They’re not only cost-effective but also non-GMO, vegan, kosher, halal, and come with zero residual taste.😋

Why settle for anything less when you can have colors that are as natural as sustainable?



Meet David Colman, our dedicated Food Technologist who is passionate about creating healthy, high-quality, sustainable i...
08/07/2024

Meet David Colman, our dedicated Food Technologist who is passionate about creating healthy, high-quality, sustainable ingredients! 🍄🔬

"Though I’ve been with Michroma for less than a year, I felt part of an incredible team from day one. Here, everyone’s unique, every opinion matters, and there’s always a helping hand. Michroma is a place of companionship, colors, joy, innovation, and discoveries.

Working at Michroma is like a roller coaster, an exciting adventure where new challenges arise constantly, pushing me to give my best every day. We continuously learn, discover, and achieve our most ambitious goals as a team. This journey makes me feel fulfilled and happy every day.

Being part of this challenging journey with this great team makes me feel fulfilled and happy daily."

David's enthusiasm propels us forward🚀. Thank you for being so dedicated and an inspiring part of the Michroma family🍄👏!

The fight against artificial colorants has been going on for a long time. In 1990, some dyes, including Red N°3, were sh...
07/31/2024

The fight against artificial colorants has been going on for a long time. In 1990, some dyes, including Red N°3, were shown to be carcinogenic in animals, raising questions about their safety in humans.

🚫Then, in 2008, the Center for Science in the Public Interest (CSPI) asked the FDA to ban all artificial dyes. Despite several studies that showed these dyes were dangerous, no bans were implemented. However, the FDA asked for further research to be done.

So, in 2017, CSPI sponsored a bill👨‍⚖️ in California to study how dyes affect children. In 2021, the California Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment published a research review, concluding that artificial dyes may cause or worsen neurobehavioral problems in some children🧠. This led to more calls for bans, which finally resulted in 2023 with a ban on Red 3 in California.

In 2024, California introduced a bill prohibiting synthetic dyes in school meals. CSPI testified to support the bill and is working to secure its passage into law💼.

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