Erythrosine

FD&C Red No. 3; Red Dye No. 3; Red Dye 3; E127; Erythrosin extra bluish

CAS 16423-68-0

Chemical Formula C20H6I4Na2O5

Molecular Weight 879-86 g/mol

Erythrosine, also known as FD&C Red 3, is a bright red synthetic food dye derived from coal tar. It's a disodium salt of tetraiodofluorescein, a fluorescent dye. Erythrosine is commonly used to color food products, including candy, beverages, and processed foods, providing a vibrant red or pink hue.

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Industrial Uses

1. Food & Healthcare Ingredients

Colourant: Erythrosine, a synthetic food dye, is used to add color to various products, primarily for its bright, cherry-red hue. It's used in food products like candies, baked goods, ice cream, and beverages.

2. Pharmaceuticals

Colorant: Erythrosine is used to add color to pharmaceutical products, including tablets, capsules, sugar-coated pills, drops, and syrups.
Photodynamic Therapy (PDT): Erythrosine acts as a photosensitizer in PDT, a treatment that uses light to kill microorganisms. It absorbs light in the visible range, specifically between 500 and 550 nm, making it suitable for PDT.
Cell Viability Assessment: Erythrosine B is a viability stain that can be used to assess cell viability in a hemocytometer or in adherent mammalian cell cultures. It preferentially stains dead cells that have lost membrane integrity, turning them pink.

3. Personal care

Colorant: Erythrosine's primary function in personal care products is to add color, specifically vibrant shades of red, pink, or cherry-pink.
Makeup: It's a common ingredient in lipsticks, lip glosses, and blushes to create desired colors.

Specifications

Assay	95%
Appearance	Reddish-pink powder
Odor	Odorless
Boiling Point	Not applicable
Melting Point	Decomposes on heating
Density	Not Determined
Solubility	Soluble in water, slightly soluble in ethanol
Viscosity	Not applicable
Flash Point	Non-flammable

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FAQs

1. What is the current price of Erythrosine in India?
The price of Erythrosine can vary based on factors such as purity, quantity, etc. For the most accurate and competitive pricing, please contact us at +91.979 979 2121 directly for a customized quote tailored to your needs.

2. Where can I buy Erythrosine in India?
You can purchase Erythrosine from MULTICHEM, a leading importer with a reputation for quality and reliability. We provide convenient options for bulk orders and direct shipments across India. For more details on how to place an order, please visit our website or contact our sales team.

3. What is the minimum order quantity (MOQ) for Erythrosine?
Our minimum order quantity (MOQ) for Erythrosine is designed to cater to both small-scale and large-scale needs. The MOQ depends on the packing size of the product which could range from 25 kg to 250kg.

4. How can I ensure the quality of Erythrosine supplied by Multichem?
We adhere to stringent quality control processes to ensure that our products meet the highest standards of purity and effectiveness. They undergo rigorous testing and quality checks to guarantee that they comply with industry specifications. We provide a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) with every shipment to ensure transparency and quality assurance.