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FD&C Red 40 – Leading Manufacturer, Supplier & Exporter
Searching for FD&C Red 40 for pharmaceutical applications? We are a leading manufacturer, supplier, exporter, wholesaler, and distributor, providing premium-quality FD&C Red 40 that meets stringent global pharmacopeia standards.
Widely used in tablet coatings, syrups, capsules, and soft gels, FD&C Red 40enhances product differentiation and ensures a uniform appealing appearance. Our pharma-grade colorants are carefully processed to offer high solubility, excellent stability, and precise formulation control, making them ideal for pharmaceutical applications.
Why Our FD&C Red 40 Stands Out?
- Meets global compliance standards
- High-purity with batch-to-batch colour consistency
- Soluble and lake pigment forms available
- Custom packaging & bulk supply options
- Efficient global distribution for on-time delivery
Whether you need FD&C Red 40 for solid, liquid, or semi-solid pharma formulations, we provide tailored solutions to match your specific requirements.
Contact us today for samples, technical data, or bulk orders!

Key Features:
Product Characteristics | Product Details |
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Product Name | FD & C Red 40 |
C.I Name | Allura Red |
E number | E129 |
EC no. | 247-368-0 |
CAS no. | 25956-17-6 |
HSN | 32041213 |
CI no. | 16035 |
Molecular Formula | C18H14N2Na2O8S2 |
Molecular Weight | 496.4 g/mol |
Color | Dark red |
Appearance | Powder |
Odor | Odorless |
Taste | Slightly Bitter |
pH Stability | Stable within pH range 2-12 |
Storage Condition | Dry Sealed, Room Temperature |
Water | 215 gm/l |
Ethanol (95%) | Very Sparingly Soluable |
Propylene Glycol | 15 gm/l |
Vegetable Oil | Insoluable |
Light | Good |
Type | Inorganic |
Heat | Excellent (upto 135 ºC) to Good (upto 205°C) |
Fruit Acids | Excellent |
Benzoic Acid | Good |
Sulphur Dioxide | Fair |
Alkalies | Fair |
Uses / Applications:
- Pharmaceutical Tablets & Capsules: Used in tablet coatings and gelatin capsules for a bold red appearance.
- Liquid Medications & Syrups: Adds a consistent red tint to medicinal syrups, suspensions, and elixirs.
- Topical Ointments & Creams: Enhances the visual appeal of skincare formulations, medicated creams, and gels.
- Personal Care & Cosmetics: Commonly found in shampoos, lotions, lipsticks, blushes, and other beauty products.
- Oral Care Products: Used in mouthwashes, toothpaste, and dental gels for a vibrant red color.
- Medical Devices & Coatings: Applied in color coding and coatings of medical tools and diagnostic equipment.
Available forms:
- Powder
- Liquid
- Granules/Crystals
Packaging Option:
- 25kg HDPE Drums with 2 liners inside
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