What is the cancer-linked red dye found in candy, drinks banned by US FDA?

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has banned a bright red dye that has been linked to cancer in animals. Found in candy, snacks, cakes and snacks, artificial food colouring Red No 3 or erythrosine can no longer be used in food or ingested drugs

What is the cancer-linked red dye found in candy, drinks banned by US FDA?
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has banned a bright red dye that has been linked to cancer in animals. Found in candy, snacks, cakes and snacks, artificial food colouring Red No 3 or erythrosine can no longer be used in food or ingested drugs