Description

D & C Red #30 Aluminum Lake is a high-purity, insoluble pigment colorant widely used for its vibrant red hue and excellent stability. Its primary value lies in providing consistent, non-migrating color in formulations where water solubility is undesirable. This product is essential for manufacturers in the cosmetics, personal care, and pharmaceutical industries seeking reliable and compliant color additives for lipsticks, blushes, ointments, and tablet coatings. CAS No. 1342-90-1.

Application

This aluminum lake pigment is specifically designed for applications requiring a stable, insoluble red colorant. Key industrial uses include:

• Cosmetic Colorants: Primary use in lipsticks, lip glosses, blushes, and other decorative makeup products.
• Pharmaceutical Coatings: Coloring agent for tablet and pill coatings, providing batch-to-batch color consistency.
• Personal Care Products: Used in soaps, shampoos, and topical ointments where color stability is critical.
• Industrial Plastics & Polymers: Pigment for coloring plastics, synthetic fibers, and masterbatches.
• Printing Inks: A colorant for specialty inks, particularly where non-bleeding properties are required.

Basic Information

Product Name	D & C Red #30 Aluminum Lake
CAS No.	1342-90-1
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	D&C Red No. 30 Aluminum Lake; CI 73360; FD&C Red 30 Aluminum Lake; Helindon Pink CN; Pigment Red 30 Lake; 6-Hydroxy-5-[(2-methoxy-5-methyl-4-sulfophenyl)azo]-2-naphthalenesulfonic Acid Aluminum Lake; Red 30 Lake; Cosmetic Red 30 Lake.
EINECS	215-684-2

Quality Control

Our D & C Red #30 Aluminum Lake is manufactured under strict quality systems to ensure it meets the stringent requirements of the cosmetic and pharmaceutical industries. Production adheres to relevant cGMP guidelines, and the material is typically tested against specifications for identity, purity, and heavy metal content. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each batch to guarantee compliance and traceability.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep the container sealed to protect the product from moisture and contamination.

Specification

Item	Specification
Description	Red Powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to Standard
Assay (Color Strength)	98.0 - 102.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition (as Al2O3)	10.0 - 20.0%
Water-soluble Matter	≤ 1.5%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Arsenic (As)	≤ 3 ppm
Lead (Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.