Origin: Using benzene as a starting stock
Also Known As:
Disodium 6-hydroxy-5-[(2-methoxy-5-methyl-4-sulfophenyl)azo]-2-naphthalenesulfonate
Allura Red
Food Red 17
C.I. 16035
FD&C Red 40
E129
2-Naphthalenesulfonic acid, 6-hydroxy-5-((2-methoxy-5-methyl-4-sulfophenyl)azo)-, disodium salt
Overview: FD&C Red or Allura Red AC is a red azo dye used as a food color. It is approved by the FDA for use in cosmetics, drugs, and food.
