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Ponceau 4R Lake – Premium Pharma Colour for High-Quality Formulations
Searching for reliable Ponceau 4R Lake pharma color? As a trusted manufacturer, supplier, exporter, wholesaler, and distributor, we provide top-quality Ponceau 4R Lake that caters specifically to pharmaceutical needs.
With its striking red shade, Ponceau 4R Lake is widely used in tablet coatings, capsules, syrups, and powdered medicines to ensure vibrant, uniform coloring. Its water-insoluble formulation makes it a preferred choice for controlled-release and solid dosage products. Manufactured under stringent standards, our Ponceau 4R Lake complies with FDA, USP, and international pharmacopeia regulations, ensuring consistent quality and safety.
Benefits of Our Ponceau 4R Lake
- Globally compliant for pharmaceutical use
- Exceptional color stability and batch consistency
- Customisable packaging for bulk orders
- Suitable for a wide range of pharma formulations
- Reliable global supply and prompt delivery services
We support pharma manufacturers, R&D labs, and contract formulators by offering tailored solutions that enhance product aesthetics and performance. From development stages to full-scale production, we are your reliable partner for colour needs.
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Key Features:
Product Characteristics | Product Details |
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Product Name | Ponceau 4R Lake |
C.I Name | Acid Red 18 |
E number | E124 |
EC no. | 220-036-2 |
CAS no. | 2611-82-7 |
HSN | 32041983 |
CI no. | 16255 |
Molecular Formula | C20H11N2Na3O10S3 |
Molecular Weight | 604.5 g/mol |
Color | Maroon |
Appearance | Powder |
Odor | Odorless |
Taste | Slightly Bitter |
pH Stability | Stable within pH range 4-9 |
Storage Condition | Dry Sealed, Room Temperature |
Water | 140gm/l |
Ethanol (95%) | Very Sparingly Soluable |
Propylene Glycol | 40gm/l |
Vegetable Oil | Insoluable |
Light | good (Water) |
Heat | 105 ºC to 205°C |
Fruit Acids | Good |
Benzoic Acid | Good |
Sulphur Dioxide | Fair |
Alkalies | Good |
Uses / Applications:
- Pharmaceutical Tablets & Capsules: Used in compressed tablets and pill coatings to provide a vibrant red colour with excellent stability.
- Chewable Tablets: Ideal for use in chewable tablets, providing a rich and uniform red shade.
- Topical Ointments & Creams: Enhances the visual appeal of creams, gels, and other topical formulations with its stable red hue.
- Pharmaceutical Powders: Commonly used in powdered drug formulations for a consistent color finish.
- Liquid Suspensions: Suitable for suspensions where a non-soluble, stable red shade is required.
- Capsule Shells: Used in colouring gelatin or HPMC capsule shells for a rich red tone.
- High Heat & pH Stability: Preferred in formulations requiring stable color performance under varying conditions.
Available forms:
- Powder
- Liquid
- Granules/Crystals
Packaging Option:
- 25kg HDPE Drums with 2 liners inside
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