Description

Fd And C Red No. 33 is a synthetic, water-soluble colorant certified for use in foods, drugs, and cosmetics. This high-purity dye provides a stable and vibrant red hue, essential for consistent product coloration and brand identity. It is a critical ingredient for manufacturers in the food, pharmaceutical, and personal care industries seeking reliable, compliant color solutions.

Application

• Food Coloring: Used in beverages, confectionery, dairy products, and baked goods to achieve a stable red color.
• Pharmaceutical Coatings: Imparts color to tablet coatings and capsule shells for product identification and branding.
• Cosmetics & Personal Care: Formulated into lipsticks, soaps, shampoos, and other products requiring a vivid red shade.
• Nutraceuticals: Colors vitamin supplements, protein powders, and other dietary products.
• Industrial Applications: Potential use in non-food items like inks, textiles, and paper where a certified colorant is specified.

Basic Information

Product Name	Fd And C Red No. 33
CAS No.	69458-83-9
Molecular Formula	C18H16N2Na2O8S2
Molecular Weight	496.42 g/mol
Synonyms	Acid Red 33; Food Red 12; C.I. 17200; FD&C Red No. 33; D&C Red No. 33; Acid Fuchsin D; E127 (when referring to certain contexts); Wool Red B
EINECS	274-036-1

Quality Control

Our Fd And C Red No. 33 is manufactured and tested to meet stringent global standards for certified color additives, including FCC (Food Chemicals Codex) and other relevant pharmacopoeial guidelines. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, strength, quality, and purity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment.

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). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Description	Red powder or granules
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 85.0% (as dye content)
Loss on Drying	≤ 10.0%
Water Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.2%
Subsidiary Colors	Meets FCC requirements
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Arsenic (As)	≤ 3 ppm

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