FD&C Green No. 3

Create vibrant, stable green coloration with FD&C Green 3 Powder (CI 42053, E-143) — a high-purity, FDA-certified triarylmethane dye trusted in regulated manufacturing.

Also known as Fast Green FCF, this dye delivers a bright bluish-green tone that remains stable across a wide range of aqueous formulations.

Because it dissolves completely in water, FD&C Green 3 ensures:

✔ Uniform color distribution
✔ Excellent tint strength
✔ High clarity in transparent systems
✔ Consistent batch-to-batch performance
✔ FDA-certified regulatory compliance

Its fine powder form allows precise dosing and rapid dissolution in both laboratory and large-scale production environments.

Regulatory Compliance – FDA Certified

FD&C Green 3 is:

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

Each batch must be certified by the FDA before commercial distribution.

Why Choose Powder Grade?

Powder form is ideal when:

• Precise dosing is required
• Rapid dissolution is necessary
• Beverage and syrup blending
• Pharmaceutical formulation
• Custom color development

Powder grade ensures fast integration into aqueous systems.

Typical Applications

• Beverages
• Confectionery
• Ice creams
• Pharmaceutical syrups
• Tablet coatings
• Mouthwash
• Cosmetic gels and lotions

Imagine producing a bright mint-green beverage or mouthwash — FD&C Green 3 ensures consistent shade and stability throughout shelf life.

Technical Characteristics

• Highly water soluble
• Bright bluish-green shade
• Strong tint strength
• Stable under standard food processing conditions
• Compatible with neutral to mildly acidic systems
• Good heat stability

Avoid highly alkaline environments.

Handling & Storage

• Avoid inhalation of powder dust
• Use appropriate PPE
• 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 Green 3, CI 42053, E-143, Fast Green FCF, FDA Certified Dye, Food Color Green, Water Soluble Dye, Powder Dye

Attributes / Specifications

Product Name: FD&C Green No. 3
CI Number: 42053
CAS Number: 2353-45-9
E Number: E-143
Chemical Class: Triarylmethane Dye
Form: Fine Powder
Color: Bluish Green
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 Green 3 FDA approved?
Yes. It is FDA-listed and requires batch certification for food, drug, and cosmetic use.

Q2: Is FD&C Green 3 water soluble?
Yes. It dissolves completely in water and provides uniform coloration.

Q3: What is E-143?
E-143 is the European designation for Fast Green FCF, the same color as FD&C Green 3.

Q4: Can FD&C Green 3 be used in beverages?
Yes, when FDA-certified batches are used within permitted limits.

Q5: Why choose powder form?
Powder dissolves quickly and allows precise dosing and custom blending.

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 2353-45-9
   https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/2353-45-9
4. EFSA – E-143 review
   https://www.efsa.europa.eu/

Conclusion: FD&C Green 3 (CI 42053, E-143) is an FDA-certified water-soluble color additive permitted for food, drug, and cosmetic use when batch-certified.