Amaranth

Amaranth food color manufacturer, supplier, exporter & wholesaler. Consistent shades, bulk supply & global B2B support from Advik Colors.

synthetic food color

MANUFACTURER AND EXPORTER, INDIA

Amaranth Food Colour (E123 / Acid Red 27 / Food Red 9) Manufacturer & Exporter

Name: Food Colors Manufacturer & Natural Colors Supplier and Exporter
Brand: Advik Colors
SKU: Advik Colors
Rating: 4.9 (288 reviews)

Consistent shades, bulk supply and global B2B support from Advik Colors.

Looking for a trusted Amaranth Food Color manufacturer, supplier, or exporter? You’re in the right place. Advik Colors is a leading Indian manufacturer of Amaranth Food Color (E123), specializing in high-purity synthetic dyes for global B2B export.

Amaranth Food Color, also known as Food Red 9, is a high-quality, water-soluble synthetic red dye widely used across the food, beverage, confectionery, pharmaceutical, and personal care industries for its vibrant shade and reliable performance. Packed for sea and air freight, with a Certificate of Analysis and Safety Data Sheet on every order.

Minimum order

100 kg

Origin

India

Shipping

Sea and air

FCL and LCL

Delivery time

3 to 4 weeks

Depends on destination

Payment

TT or LC

Bank transfer

Product data sheet

E123

Also Known as Food Red 9

3 forms

Powder, liquid, granules or crystals

100 kg

Minimum order quantity

25 kg

Lined HDPE export drums

Specifications, export terms, packing and documents in one place. Save it as a PDF for your purchasing file.

Specifications

● Identity

Product name	Amaranth
Also known as	Food Red 9, E123
C.I. name	Acid Red 27
E / INS number	E123
EC no.	213-022-2
CAS no.	915-67-3
C.I. no.	16185
HSN	32041984Classification can vary by destination. Verify before shipping.
Molecular formula	C₂₀H₁₁N₂Na₃O₁₀S₃
Molecular weight	604.5 g/mol
Type	Water-soluble synthetic colourant

● Physical properties

Shade	Vibrant red
Appearance	Powder
Available forms	Powder, liquid, granules or crystals

● Solubility

Water

Highly soluble

● Stability and resistance

Batch checks	Shade, purity and performance Each lot is checked before dispatch.
Colour strength	Strong and consistent Controlled production, tested for uniform tone and strength.
Dispersion	Easy dispersion Suits beverages, syrups, dairy and liquid formulations.
Light, heat, acid and alkali ratings	On request Ask for the technical data sheet for your application.

● Handling

Storage condition	Room temperature
Specification limits	Given on the Certificate of Analysis
Shelf life	Stated in the product documentationStore as directed in the SDS.

Values are for general guidance. Batch-specific results are given on the Certificate of Analysis supplied with each order.

Export terms

Minimum order quantity	100 kg
Country of origin	India
Mode of transport	By sea and air
Shipping	FCL and LCL
Incoterms	FOB and CIF

Sea ports	Nhava Sheva and Mundra
Airports	Mumbai and Ahmedabad
Payment terms	TT (bank transfer) and LC
Delivery time	Typically 3 to 4 weeks, depending on destination and shipping mode
Logistics packaging	Standard export grade 25 kg HDPE drums with dual LDPE liners for moisture protection
Documentation	Invoice, packing list, non-hazardous certificate, Certificate of Analysis (COA) and Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)

HS code classification can vary by destination country. Verify it against your import documentation before shipping.

Packaging

Packed for the voyage

Amaranth ships in standard export-grade 25 kg HDPE drums. Each drum carries dual LDPE liners to protect the colour from moisture in transit. Ask us about loading plans for FCL and LCL consignments, and about labels for your market.

Documents

Certificate of Analysis

Batch results for the lot you buy.

Safety Data Sheet

Handling and storage guidance.

Packing list

Prepared for each consignment.

Commercial invoice

Issued with every shipment.

Non-hazardous certificate

Supplied for export freight.

Documents are supplied as applicable to the product, application and destination. Mention the ones you need in your enquiry.

Lab tools for your technical team

A quick tool built on the figures on this page. They guide planning. Your own trial and the batch COA decide the final specification.

See how dose changes the shade

Drag the slider to a dose in parts per million (ppm). The beaker is an illustration, not a shade match. Approve the real shade in your own recipe.

Colour

Amaranth

Dose

50 ppm

Batch size (kg of finished product)

Enter a batch size

Enter the batch size in kilograms to see the grams needed.

OVERVIEW

Amaranth Red (E123 / Food Red 9): Food-Grade Red Dye for Bulk B2B Buyers

At Advik Colors, we specialise in manufacturing premium-grade Amaranth Food Colour that delivers bright, uniform, and long-lasting red hues.

Our product is produced under controlled conditions to ensure excellent colour strength, easy solubility, and consistent batch-to-batch results, making it suitable for large-scale industrial use.

Whether you are a wholesaler, distributor, importer, or bulk buyer, Advik Colors offers a dependable supply of Amaranth Food Color with high purity, stable quality, and export-ready documentation. Our Amaranth Red Colour performs exceptionally well in bakery products, confectionery, jams, jellies, syrups, beverages, dairy applications, dessert mixes, and pharmaceutical formulations, helping manufacturers achieve consistent visual appeal across their products.

With a strong focus on quality, reliability, and long-term partnerships, Advik Colors supports global buyers looking for a manufacturer-backed source of Amaranth Food Color they can trust. We prepare export paperwork with each shipment. Choose the forms you are interested in below and they are added to your enquiry.

Available forms

Powder

For dry blends and mixes

Liquid

For easy dosing in beverages

Granules or crystals

For low-dust handling

Formulation note: approve before scaling

Amaranth is highly water-soluble, which suits beverages, syrups, dairy and other liquid formulations. Shade and strength can vary with your recipe, process and pH.

Pro tip

Approve a sample in your own recipe and process before scaling up, and keep the batch COA with your approved sample.

Check your market first

Permitted use of Amaranth differs by country and by food category, and rules can change. Confirm the position in your destination market before ordering. We share the documents we hold on request.

Applications

Where our customers use Amaranth. Results depend on pH, process and the rest of your formulation.

Bakery

Approve the shade in your own recipe and bake process before scaling up.

Confectionery

Approve the shade in your own recipe before scaling up.

Dairy and frozen

Approve the shade in your own recipe before scaling up.

Beverages

Highly water-soluble, so it suits liquid formulations. Approve the shade in your own drink before scaling up.

Desserts and mixes

Approve the shade in your own recipe before scaling up.

Sauces and toppings

Approve the shade in your own recipe before scaling up.

Pharma and personal care

Tell us your application and destination market so we can confirm what applies.

Quality and why buyers choose Advik Colors

Request the documents you need from the data sheet above.

Our Erythrosine (E127) production facility is certified by FSSAI, ISO, FDA, GMP, HALAL, and KOSHER to meet international safety standards for food and pharma exports. APEDA and Chemexcil registrations are listed above.

In-house manufacturing

Made in our own plant with strict quality control.

Consistent shade and strength

We work to keep every batch matched to your approved sample.

Export-oriented packaging and documentation

Lined drums and a complete document set.

Bulk availability

Reliable supply for wholesalers and distributors.

Application support

Application support for different food matrices and pH conditions.

Trusted by global importers

Repeat importers rely on us for long-term supply and steady reorders.

Find your answer

Read most frequent questions about Amaranth

Is your Amaranth food color suitable for bulk food production?

Yes. Our Amaranth food color is manufactured for industrial-scale production, offering strong colour strength, easy dispersion, and consistent results in every batch.

Do you ensure batch-to-batch colour consistency?

Absolutely. Shade consistency is one of our core strengths. Each batch is produced under controlled parameters and tested to ensure uniform colour tone and strength.

Is the product water-soluble?

Yes. Our Amaranth food color is highly water-soluble, making it ideal for beverages, syrups, dairy applications, and liquid formulations.

What quality standards do you follow?

We follow strict internal quality controls aligned with global food industry requirements. Each lot is checked for shade, purity, and performance before dispatch.

Can you support export documentation?

Yes. As an export-focused manufacturer, we provide complete documentation support such as COA, MSDS, packing list, invoice, and other export-required papers.

Is this product suitable for multiple applications?

Yes. Our Amaranth food color is designed to perform well across bakery, confectionery, beverages, dairy, pharmaceuticals, and personal care applications.

Do you support long-term distributor partnerships?

Yes. We work closely with importers, wholesalers, and distributors who want a reliable, scalable supply partner, not a one-time transaction.

Who should source Amaranth food color from you?

If you are a food manufacturer, importer, distributor, or wholesaler looking for consistent quality and long-term reliability, our Amaranth food color is a strong fit.

What support can buyers expect after purchase?

We believe in post-sale support, from documentation assistance to technical guidance, because long-term partnerships matter more than one shipment.

Where can I buy export-quality E123?

You can source high-purity, export-grade E123 from Advik Colors.

What is the minimum order quantity?

The minimum order is 100 kg. Smaller sample quantities can be arranged so you can test before ordering.

Which forms do you supply?

We supply Amaranth as powder, liquid, and granules or crystals. Tell us your process and we will suggest the form to trial.

How is it packed and shipped?

It ships in 25 kg HDPE drums with dual LDPE liners, by sea (FCL or LCL) or by air. Sea shipments leave from Nhava Sheva or Mundra, and air shipments from Mumbai or Ahmedabad.

Which Incoterms and payment terms do you offer?

We quote FOB and CIF. Payment is by TT (bank transfer) or letter of credit.

How long does delivery take?

Delivery typically takes 3 to 4 weeks. Confirm the schedule for your quantity when you place the order.

What is the shelf life?

When stored as directed, Amaranth has a long shelf life. The exact period and storage conditions are in the product documentation.

Can I use Amaranth in my country?

That depends on the country and the product category, and rules change over time. Check with your local authority or regulatory adviser, and tell us your destination so we can share the documents we hold.

Global markets we serve

Search for your country. Shipping to a country does not mean the colour is permitted there, so check local rules.

Europe and Eurasia

Asia-Pacific

Middle East and Africa

Americas

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