Description

Fd And C Red No. 28 is a synthetic colorant certified for use in foods, drugs, and cosmetics. This high-purity dye is valued for its vibrant, stable red hue and excellent solubility profile, ensuring consistent performance in complex formulations. It is a critical ingredient for manufacturers in the food, pharmaceutical, and personal care industries seeking reliable and compliant color solutions.

Application

• Food Coloring: Used in confectionery, beverages, dairy products, and baked goods to provide a stable and appealing red color.
• Pharmaceutical Coatings & Formulations: Employed in tablet coatings, capsules, and syrups for product identification and aesthetic appeal.
• Cosmetics & Personal Care: A key pigment in lipsticks, blushes, soaps, shampoos, and other products requiring a vivid red shade.
• Dietary Supplements: Used to color vitamin tablets, gummies, and powder mixes.
• Industrial Applications: Suitable for coloring non-food contact materials, inks, and specialty coatings where a certified colorant is specified.

Basic Information

Product Name	Fd And C Red No. 28
CAS No.	69458-82-8
Molecular Formula	C37H34N2Na2O9S3
Molecular Weight	808.85 g/mol
Synonyms	Acid Red 51; Food Red 28; C.I. 45430; Phloxine B; D&C Red No. 28; 2',4',5',7'-Tetrabromo-4,5,6,7-tetrachlorofluorescein disodium salt; Bromo Acid Red; Erythrosine B analog
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Quality Control

Our Fd And C Red No. 28 is manufactured and tested to meet stringent quality standards, including FCC (Food Chemicals Codex) and FDA regulations for certified color additives. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analysis to ensure identity, strength, quality, and purity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, heavy metal limits, and other critical parameters are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials and excessive heat.

Specification

Item	Specification
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 85.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 15.0 %
Water Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.2 %
Ether Extractable Matter	≤ 0.2 %
Subsidiary Colors	Passes Test
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.