Indigo Carmine

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Melting Point >300C (decomposes)
Physical Form Powder
Appearance Dark Blue Powder
Water Solubility Freely soluble
Molecular Formula C16H8N2Na2O8S2
Structural Formula C16H8N2Na2O8S2
Shelf Life 5 years
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Indigo Carmine Price And Quantity

Minimum Order Quantity 250 Kilograms

Indigo Carmine Product Specifications

Smell Odorless
Physical Form Powder
CAS No 860-22-0
Taste Odorless, tasteless
Type Synthetic dye
Appearance Dark Blue Powder
Storage Store in airtight containers, cool and dry place
Shelf Life 5 years
Purity 99% min
Melting Point >300C (decomposes)
Application Food coloring, pH indicator, laboratory reagent
Molecular Formula C16H8N2Na2O8S2
Solid Content Approx. 99%
Structural Formula C16H8N2Na2O8S2
Solubility Tests Soluble in water, insoluble in alcohol
Heavy Metal (%) <0.002%
Color Blue
Assay 99%
Water Solubility Freely soluble
Other Names Acid Blue 74, Disodium 5,5-indigodisulfonic acid

Indigo Carmine Trade Information

Supply Ability 100000 Kilograms Per Month
Delivery Time 3 Days

Product Description

Backed by rich industry experience and knowledge, we are offering an excellent stock of Indigo Carmine. It is used where dyes are unsuitable due to their solubility in water. Some of the most common applications of this color are coating application, icing application where the color must not bleed, baked treats where color migration is an issue. Prior to final dispatch, it is checked on various standard quality parameters. Widely demanded in food industry, this stock of Indigo Carmine is highly appreciated in the market.

Features:

Oil dispersible
Highly stable
Non toxic

Indigo Carmine

Colour Index No.	73015
Food Colour No.	Blue 1
F.D. & C. No.	Blue 2
CAS NO.	860-22-0
E.E.C. No.	E-132
I.S. No.	1698
Total Dye Content Corrected for Sample (Min.)	87%
Volatile Matter (chloride & sulphate) (Max)	13%
Solubility In Water (20^oc)	120 gram / litre
Combined Ether Extract. (Max)	0.20%
Water Insoluble (Max)	0.20%
Class	Triarylmethane
Light Stability	6
Heat Stability (100^oc)	5
Alkali Stability	3
Subsidiary Dyes (MAX)	1.00%
Dyes Intermediate (Max)	1.00%
Lead	< 10 ppm
Arsenic	< 3 ppm
Mercury	< 1 ppm
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm

High Purity for Reliable Results

Indigo Carmine is supplied at a minimum purity of 99%, making it ideal for analytical procedures, industrial processes, and food applications. Its negligible impurities and strict adherence to food-grade specifications ensure consistent performance and safety.

Versatile Usage Across Industries

This blue dye functions as a pH indicator, laboratory reagent, and food coloring, recognized for its vivid color and reliability. Its compatibility with a range of applicationsdistribution, export, manufacturing, and supplyingis backed by compliance with identification and lead content standards.

Safe and Stable Storage Guidelines

Indigo Carmine demonstrates robust stability when stored in a cool, dry, airtight container protected from light. With a shelf life of up to 5 years, users can confidently maintain product quality, as its solid content hovers around 99% and it remains odorless and tasteless throughout its lifespan.

FAQs of Indigo Carmine:

Q: How should Indigo Carmine be stored to maintain its stability and shelf life?

A: Indigo Carmine should be kept in airtight containers, placed in a cool, dry place, and protected from light to ensure maximum stability and maintain its quality for up to 5 years.

Q: What applications is Indigo Carmine commonly used for?

A: Indigo Carmine is widely used as a food coloring, pH indicator, and laboratory reagent. Its high purity and compliance with food-grade regulations make it suitable for analytical, industrial, and food-related purposes.

Q: Where is Indigo Carmine distributed or supplied from, and what forms of packaging are available?

A: Indigo Carmine is supplied in India by distributors, exporters, manufacturers, and suppliers, typically packaged in 25 kg drums with protective plastic bags to preserve quality during transport and storage.

Q: What process ensures the product meets safety and quality specifications?

A: Indigo Carmine undergoes rigorous identification tests, heavy metal analysis, and purity assessments. It conforms to established standards, with negligible impurity levels and compliance with food-grade lead content requirements.

Q: How does Indigo Carmine benefit laboratory and industrial users?

A: Its excellent water solubility, consistent assay of 99%, and stability under recommended storage conditions guarantee reliable results, making it an essential component for precise laboratory analyses, industrial formulations, and safe food processing.

Q: When is it recommended to use Indigo Carmine as a pH indicator?

A: Indigo Carmine is effective as a pH indicator in experiments requiring a transition within pH range 6.0 7.0, particularly in analytical and educational laboratory settings where accurate and visible results are essential.

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