These chemicals, linked to cancer and other health problems, are permitted by the FDA here in the U.S. but are already banned in the European Union. California could make history as the first state in the United States to ban several commonly used chemicals used to make a number of popular candies, from Skittles to M&M's. A new state bill targets red dye no. 3 and other additives that have been linked to a wide range of health concerns, from certain cancers to hyperactivity in kids. MORE: https://www.cbs8.com/article/news/local/state-bill-would-ban-dangerous-chemicals-in-candy/509-c12e18be-1e0c-4101-ac09-94f913a9eb00