FD&C Red No. 40

Achieve vibrant, stable red coloration with FD&C Red 40 Granular (CI 16035, E-129) — a high-purity FDA-certified azo dye trusted across global food, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic manufacturing.

Also known as Allura Red AC, this dye delivers a bright orange-red to cherry-red tone depending on concentration and formulation. The granular format offers significant production advantages:

✔ Reduced airborne dust
✔ Improved flowability
✔ Safer handling in bulk manufacturing
✔ Easier weighing and blending
✔ Consistent dissolution performance

Because it dissolves completely in water, FD&C Red 40 ensures uniform color distribution in aqueous systems without sedimentation.

Regulatory Compliance – FDA Certified

FD&C Red 40 is:

• Listed under 21 CFR Part 74
• Subject to FDA batch certification
• Permitted in food
• Permitted in drugs
• Permitted in cosmetics

Each batch must undergo FDA certification prior to commercial distribution.

Why Choose Granular FD&C Red 40?

Granular grade is ideal when:

• Beverage production
• Confectionery manufacturing
• Pharmaceutical blending
• Large-scale cosmetic production
• Dust-controlled environments

Granular particles minimize clumping and inhalation risk compared to powder.

Typical Applications

• Soft drinks and beverages
• Confectionery and gummies
• Ice creams and desserts
•  Pharmaceutical syrups
• Tablet coatings
• Cosmetic gels and lotions

Imagine producing a bright red beverage or candy — FD&C Red 40 ensures consistent shade and shelf stability.

Technical Characteristics

• Highly water soluble
• Bright orange-red shade
• Strong tint strength
• Good heat stability
• Compatible with neutral to mildly acidic systems
• Good light stability

Avoid highly alkaline environments.

Handling & Storage

• Use PPE during handling
• Store in sealed moisture-resistant container
• Protect from humidity and sunlight
• Shelf life: up to 36 months

Category: Food Colors -> Water Soluble Dyes. FDA Certified Colors

Tags: FD&C Red 40, CI 16035, E-129, Allura Red AC, FDA Certified Dye, Food Color Red, Water Soluble Dye, Granular Dye

Attributes / Specifications

Product Name: FD&C Red No. 40
CI Number: 16035
CAS Number: 25956-17-6
E Number: E-129
Chemical Class: Azo Dye
Form: Granular
Color: Orange-Red / Cherry Red
Solubility: Highly soluble in water
Grade: FDA Certified (Batch Certification Required)
Intended Use: Food, Drugs & Cosmetics
Shelf Life: Up to 36 months
Packaging: Sealed moisture-resistant food-grade container

FAQs

Q1: Is FD&C Red 40 FDA approved?
Yes. It is FDA-listed and requires batch certification for food, drug, and cosmetic use.

Q2: Why choose granular form?
Granular dye reduces dust, improves flowability, and enhances safety during manufacturing.

Q3: Is FD&C Red 40 water soluble?
Yes. It dissolves completely in water for uniform coloration.

Q4: Can it be used in beverages?
Yes, when FDA-certified batches are used within regulatory limits.

Q5: What is E-129?
E-129 is the European designation for Allura Red AC, the same color as FD&C Red 40.

Q6: Does each batch require FDA certification?
Yes. All FD&C colors must undergo FDA batch certification before distribution.

Authoritative references consulted:

1. U.S. Electronic Code of Federal Regulations – 21 CFR Part 74
   https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-21/chapter-I/subchapter-A/part-74
2. FDA Color Additive Status List
   https://www.fda.gov/industry/color-additives/color-additives-status-list
3. PubChem – CAS 25956-17-6
   https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/25956-17-6
4. EFSA – E-129 review
   https://www.efsa.europa.eu/

Conclusion: FD&C Red 40 (CI 16035, E-129) is an FDA-certified water-soluble color additive permitted for food, drug, and cosmetic use when batch-certified.