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Allura Red is a red synthetic food coloring. It is also known as Food Red 17 and has the chemical name of “Allura Red AC.” It is used to color a wide variety of foods, including candies, soft drinks, baked goods, and condiments. The color is approved for use in the US, EU and many other countries, it has an E number (E129) to identify it as a certified color additive.
| Product Characteristics | Product Detail |
|---|---|
| Colour Index No. | 16035 |
| Food Colour No. | Red 17 |
| F.D. & C. No. | Red 40 |
| CAS NO. | 25956-17-6 |
| E.E.C. No. | E-129 |
| I.S. No. | none |
| Total Dye Content Corrected for Sample (Min.) | 85% |
| Volatile Matter (chloride & sulphate) (Max) | 15% |
| Solubility In Water (20oc) | 120 gram / litre |
| Combined Ether Extract. (Max) | 0.20% |
| Water Insoluble (Max) | 0.20% |
| Class | Monoazo |
| Light Stability | 4 |
| Heat Stability (100oc) | 5 |
| Alkali Stability | 4 |
| Subsidiary Dyes (MAX) | 10.00% |
| Dyes Intermediate (Max) | 0.50% |
| Lead | < 10 ppm |
| Arsenic | < 1 ppm |
| Mercury | < 1 ppm |
| Heavy Metals | < 20 ppm |