Food Additive Ingredient E124 Ponceau 4r Supplier

• Customization: Available
• CAS No.: 2611-82-7
• Certification: ISO
• Packaging Material: Plastic
• Storage Method: Normal
• Shelf Life: >12 Months
• Color: Red
• Resource: Chemosynthesis
• Transport Package: 25kg/Bag
• Specification: 99%
• Trademark: Flying Deer
• Origin: China
• HS Code: 1108130000
• Production Capacity: 4000t/Year

Product Description

Ponceau 4R Red Food Color (E124)

Product Name: Ponceau 4R (Red Food Color)
CAS Number: 2611-82-7
E Number: E124
Molecular Formula: C18H14N2Na2O7S2
Molecular Weight: 496.43 g/mol

 

Product Overview:

Ponceau 4R (E124) is a synthetic red food dye commonly used in the food and beverage industry to provide a bright red or pink hue to various products. It is a water-soluble dye derived from the azo dye family and is used primarily in processed foods, confectionery, and beverages. It is widely recognized and used in the European Union and other regions for its stability and intense color, although its use is regulated and restricted in certain countries due to concerns over its potential effects on health.

 

Key Features:

• Vibrant Red Color: Ponceau 4R imparts a bright red or pink color to food products, making them visually appealing.
• Water Soluble: The colorant dissolves easily in water, making it suitable for liquid and gel-based formulations.
• Stable: It maintains its color stability under varying conditions of heat, light, and pH, making it ideal for processed and packaged foods.
• Regulated: Approved for use as a food colorant by regulatory bodies such as the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA), but its use is subject to certain limits and restrictions.
• Versatile: Can be used in a wide range of food and beverage products as well as cosmetics and pharmaceuticals.

   

Applications:

1. Food & Beverages:

   • Confectionery: Used to provide red color in candies, gummies, and chewing gum.
   • Soft Drinks & Juices: Adds color to beverages such as fruit juices, sodas, and cocktails.
   • Baked Goods: Used in cakes, pastries, and cookies for a vibrant red color, especially in frostings and fillings.
   • Desserts: Common in gelatin, ice creams, and fruit-flavored desserts for bright visual appeal.
   • Processed Foods: Adds a red hue to processed meat products, sauces, salad dressings, and packaged meals.

2. Cosmetics and Personal Care:

   • Lipsticks and Glosses: Ponceau 4R is used in cosmetic products to create vibrant red shades.
   • Shampoos and Soaps: Occasionally used in personal care products for coloring.

3. Pharmaceuticals:

   • Tablets & Capsules: Used as a colorant in medications to distinguish between different formulations or dosages.

4. Textiles and Crafts:

   • Textile Dye: Used in the textile industry for dyeing fabrics with a red color.
   • Crafts and Art Supplies: Added to paint, inks, and other crafting materials to achieve a red hue.

 

Product Specifications:

Item	Standard
Appearance	Red powder or granules
Purity	≥ 85%
Moisture Content	≤ 5%
Heavy Metals (Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Arsenic (As)	≤ 3 ppm
Solubility	Water soluble
pH (1% Solution)	4.0 - 6.0
Color	Red, bright and intense
Shelf Life	2 years, when stored correctly
Packaging	25 kg/bag or as per customer requirement
Storage Conditions	Store in a cool, dry place, away from light and moisture
Lead (Pb) Content	≤ 10 ppm
Cadmium (Cd)	≤ 1 ppm
Mercury (Hg)	≤ 1 ppm

 

Advantages of Ponceau 4R:

• High Stability: Ponceau 4R is highly stable under various processing conditions, including heat, light, and acidity, making it ideal for long shelf life and processed foods.
• Versatile Usage: Suitable for a wide variety of products, from beverages to baked goods, as well as cosmetics and pharmaceuticals.
• Vibrant and Intense Color: Provides a bright, visually striking red hue to food and beverage products.
• Cost-Effective: One of the most affordable synthetic red colorants available.
• Approved and Safe: It is approved by regulatory bodies like EFSA and FDA, but its use is limited to specific quantities to ensure safety.

 

Packaging and Storage:

• Packaging: Typically available in 25 kg bags or other customer-specific packaging sizes.
• Storage: Store in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight, moisture, and heat. Ensure that containers are tightly sealed to maintain the product's integrity and color.

Certifications:

• ISO Certified
• KOSHER Certified
• HALAL Certified
• Food Grade (E124)
• FDA Approved
• EFSA Approved

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Add a vibrant red color to your food, beverage, and cosmetic products with Ponceau 4R (E124). Contact us for more information, pricing, and samples to see how this high-quality food colorant can enhance your products' visual appeal.

                                           

                                                                                    

FAQ:
1. Who are we?
We start from 2018,sell to Southeast Asia(10.00%),Mid East(15.00%),North America(10.00%),South Asia(30.00%),South America(10.00%),Eastern Europe(5.00%),Africa(20.00%),Oceania(5.00%),Eastern Asia(5.00%). There are total about 11-50 people in our office.

2. How can we guarantee quality?
Always a pre-production sample before mass production;
Always final Inspection before shipment;

3.What can you buy from us?
SODIUM PROPIONATE,SODIUM ACETATE,CALCIUM ACETATE,SORBIC ACID,BENZOIC ACID,SODIUM ACETATE,SODIUM BENZOATE POWDER/GRANULAR,VANILLA,VANILLIN AND SO SO...

4. Why should you buy from us not from other suppliers?
we have 3 factories whom are professional in food preservatives and flavor & fragrances industry as shareholder. have advanced advantage on material purchase stock,production and sales in the market depends on its professional technology.

5. What services can we provide?
Accepted Delivery Terms: FOB,CFR,CIF,EXW,FAS,CIP,FCA,CPT,DEQ,DDP,DDU,Express Delivery,DAF,DES;
Accepted Payment Currency:USD,EUR,JPY,CAD,AUD,HKD,GBP,CNY,CHF;
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