Allura Red AC , 85% , 25956-17-6

Synonym(s):
Disodium 6-hydroxy-5-[(2-methoxy-5-methyl-4-sulfophenyl)azo]-2-naphthalenesulfonate

CAS NO.：25956-17-6

Empirical Formula: C18H17N2NaO8S2

Molecular Weight: 476.45

MDL number: MFCD00059526

EINECS: 247-368-0

PRODUCT Properties

• Melting point: >300 °C(lit.)
• Boiling point: 325.16℃[at 101 325 Pa]
• Density: 0.448[at 20℃]
• vapor pressure: 0Pa at 25℃
• storage temp.: Inert atmosphere,Room Temperature
• solubility: Soluble in water, ethanol
• form: powder
• Colour Index: 16035
• color: Dark red
• Water Solubility: 53.878g/L at 25℃
• λmax: 504 nm
• Merck: 14,284
• Stability: Very Hygroscopic, Light Sensitive
• Biological Applications: Antifungal formulation; treating bone metabolic diseases,coughing,sneezing,rhinorrhea,nasal obstruction,periodontal disease,rhinitis
• LogP: -1.283 at 27℃

Description and Uses

FD & C Red No. 40 is principally the disodium salt of 6-hydroxy5-[(2-methoxy-5-methyl-4-sulfophenyl)azo]2-napthalenesulfonic acid.
The colorant is a red powder that dissolves in water to give a solution red at neutrality and in acid and dark red in base. It is slightly soluble in 95% ethanol.
FD & C Red No. 40 is used in gelatins, puddings, custards, alcoholic and nonalcoholic beveraes, sauces, toppings, candy sugars, frostings, fruits, juices, dairy products, bakery products, jams, jellies, condiments, meat, and poultry. FD & C Red No. 40 is also used for coloring drugs and cosmetics.1 .

Color additive in foods, drugs and cosmetics. It is used as a food dye and has the E number E129. The study found increased levels of hyperactivity and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and low er IQs were observed in children consuming the chemicals. It is banned in Denmark, Belgium, France, Switzerland, Sweden.

Safety

• Safety Statements: 22-24/25
• WGK Germany: 2
• RTECS: QK2260000
• HS Code: 29270000