| Synonyms | Food Red – 17 |
| Chemical Name | Di sodium 2 – hydroxy-1-(2-methoxy – 5-methyl-4-sulfonatophenyl azo) naphthalene -6- sulfonate |
| C.I. No. | 16035 |
| FDA Status | FD&C Red #40 |
| CAS No. | 25956-17-6 |
| EINECS No. | 247-368-0 |
| E. Number | E-129 |
Application
Primary food colours being easily soluble in water has wide application like in Foodstuff, Beverages, Animal feeds etc.
- Soft drinks & Beverages
- Pickles, Sauces & Seasonings
- Animal Feeds
- Bath Soaps
- Cheese
- Jams & Jellies
- Dessert Edible Ices & Confectionery
- Toothpaste
- Decoration & coatings
- Shampoos
- Pesticides
- Baked Goods
- Alcoholic & Non-Alcoholic Drinks
- Washing Powder
- Tablets & capsules
- Writing Inks
- Toiletry Products
- Canned Products