FD&C Red 40 Aluminum Lake

Immerse your creations in a vivid and stable red with our FD&C Red 40 Aluminum Lake CI 16035:1 Powder. Known widely as FD&C Red 40 Lake, this highly valued pigment is the go-to choice for formulators seeking a consistent, brilliant red coloration with exceptional stability across a wide array of products. As a “Lake Color,” its distinctive properties set it apart from water-soluble dyes, offering unique advantages in demanding applications.

Understanding FD&C Red 40 Aluminum Lake: The Stable Pigment FD&C Red 40 Aluminum Lake (CI 16035:1, CAS 68583-95-9) is created by precipitating the water-soluble dye FD&C Red No. 40 (Allura Red AC) onto an aluminum hydroxide substrate. This process converts the dye into an insoluble pigment in powder form. Unlike water-soluble dyes that dissolve, lake pigments disperse throughout a product, providing:

• Superior Stability: Excellent resistance to light, heat, and varying pH levels, ensuring color integrity over time.
• Resistance to Bleeding/Migration: As an insoluble pigment, it prevents color migration, making it ideal for multi-layered products or those with varying moisture content.
• Opacity and Hiding Power: Provides a solid, vibrant red hue, perfect for opaque formulations or coating applications.

Fully FDA-Approved for Your Peace of Mind Our FD&C Red 40 Aluminum Lake is fully approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for safe use in food, drugs, and cosmetics. It is classified as a color additive exempt from certification and complies with the strict specifications outlined in 21 CFR Parts 73.2099 (for food), 73.1399 (for drugs), and 73.3099 (for cosmetics). This regulatory backing confirms its suitability for a broad range of consumer-facing products, giving you confidence in its quality and compliance.

Versatile Applications Across Industries:

• Food & Beverage Industry: Widely used in dry mix beverages, baked goods, cereal coatings, candies, chewing gums, confectionery coatings, and snack foods where moisture migration is a concern.
• Cosmetics & Personal Care: A staple in lipsticks, blushes, eyeshadows, nail polishes, foundations, and pressed powders, providing vibrant, stable red color and excellent coverage.
• Pharmaceuticals: Essential for coating tablets, capsules, and in oral suspensions to provide stable color and product identification.
• Soaps & Detergents: Adds attractive, non-bleeding color to solid soaps, bath bombs, and other personal care items (when used in cosmetic-grade soaps).

Quality and Handling: Our FD&C Red 40 Aluminum Lake powder is manufactured under stringent quality controls to ensure high purity, consistent particle size, and optimal dispersibility. While stable, proper handling in a cool, dry environment, away from direct sunlight, is recommended to maintain its powder form and performance characteristics. Always incorporate lake pigments by thorough dispersion, not dissolution, into your desired medium.

Choose our FD&C Red 40 Aluminum Lake CI 16035:1 Powder for its vibrant color, superior stability, regulatory compliance, and unmatched versatility, ensuring your products always look their best.

Categories: Cosmetic Colors -> Lake Colors. Food Colors. FDA Certified Colors

Tags: FD&C Red 40 Lake, CI 16035:1, Allura Red Lake, Red Pigment, Lake Color, Food Grade, Cosmetic Grade, Drug Grade, FDA Approved, Insoluble, Powder, Stable Red, Food Coloring, Cosmetic Pigment, Tablet Coating

Attributes/Specs:

• Product Name: FD&C Red 40 Aluminum Lake
• Other Names: CI 16035:1, Allura Red AC Aluminum Lake, FD&C Red No. 40 Lake
• CAS Number: 68583-95-9
• Color: Brilliant Red
• Form: Fine Powder
• Solubility: Insoluble in water and most organic solvents (functions as a pigment by dispersion)
• Purity: Complies with FDA specifications (21 CFR Parts 73.2099, 73.1399, 73.3099)
• Lightfastness: Excellent
• pH Stability: Excellent (stable across a wide pH range)
• Heat Stability: Very Good
• Bleed/Migration Resistance: Excellent (non-migrating)
• Opacity: High
• Intended Use: Food, Drugs, Cosmetics (FDA-approved applications).
• Regulatory Status (US): FDA approved for food, drugs, and cosmetics. Exempt from certification.
• Packaging: Sealed, food-grade/cosmetic-grade container.
• Shelf Life: 36-60 months when stored properly.
• Storage: Store in a tightly sealed container in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight and moisture.

FAQs:

Q: Is FD&C Red 40 Aluminum Lake approved for use in food, drugs, and cosmetics? A: Yes, FD&C Red 40 Aluminum Lake (CI 16035:1) is fully approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for use in all food, drug, and cosmetic products. It complies with the relevant sections of the Code of Federal Regulations (21 CFR) and is exempt from certification, confirming its safety and suitability for these applications.

Q: What is a “Lake Color” and how does it differ from a dye? A: A “Lake Color” is a pigment created by precipitating a water-soluble dye onto an insoluble substrate (like aluminum hydroxide). Unlike dyes, which dissolve in water, lake colors are insoluble and function by dispersing throughout a product. This provides superior stability against light, heat, and pH changes, and prevents color bleeding or migration, making them ideal for opaque formulations and dry mixes.

Q: What are the primary advantages of using FD&C Red 40 Aluminum Lake? A: The main advantages include its vibrant, stable red color, excellent resistance to moisture migration (non-bleeding), superior lightfastness, pH stability, and heat resistance. These properties ensure that your product maintains its consistent color and appearance even under challenging conditions.

Q: In what types of products is FD&C Red 40 Aluminum Lake commonly used? A: It’s widely used in the food industry for confectionery coatings, dry mixes, and baked goods; in cosmetics for lipsticks, blushes, and eyeshadows; and in pharmaceuticals for tablet coatings and drug formulations. Its stability makes it suitable wherever a non-migrating, opaque red color is desired.

Q: How should FD&C Red 40 Aluminum Lake be incorporated into a product since it’s insoluble? A: Since it’s an insoluble pigment, FD&C Red 40 Aluminum Lake should be thoroughly dispersed into the product medium, rather than dissolved. For optimal color development and uniform distribution, it’s often best to pre-disperse the powder in a small amount of oil, glycerin, or other compatible base before adding it to the main formulation.