Origin: Produced by the condensation of 2-formylbenzenesulfonic acid and the appropriate aniline followed by oxidation.
Also Known As:
Acid Blue 9
D&C Blue No. 4
Alzen Food Blue No. 1
Atracid Blue FG
Blue #1 Lake
Erioglaucine
Eriosky blue
Patent Blue AR
Xylene Blue VSG
C.I. 42090, Basacid Blue 755, Sulfacid Brilliant
Blue 5 J, Neolan Blue E-A
Brilliant Blue FD
Overview: F,D &C Blue or Brilliant Blue FCF is a synthetic organic compound primarily used as a blue colorant for processed foods, medications, dietary supplements, and cosmetics. It has the appearance of a blue powder and is soluble in water and glycerol. It is one of the oldest FDA-approved color additives and is generally considered nontoxic and safe.
