Indigo Carmine
Indigo Carmine Food Color Manufacturer & Supplier
Advik Colors is a leading Indian manufacturer of Indigo Carmine (E132), specializing in high-purity indigo-based synthetic dyes for global B2B export and pharmaceutical formulations.
Indigo Carmine Food Color is a synthetic blue food colouring widely recognised for producing clean, bright blue shades in food and beverage formulations. It is commonly selected by manufacturers who require visual consistency, predictable colour performance, and reliable processing behaviour.
This food colour is valued for its good solubility in water and ease of handling during large-scale production. Indigo Carmine allows manufacturers to achieve uniform colouring without impacting the sensory profile of the finished product.
At Advik Colors, Indigo Carmine food color is manufactured with a focus on quality control, shade reliability, and dependable supply—supporting both domestic and international B2B customers
Technical Specifications for Indigo Carmine (E132):
| Product Characteristics | Product Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Indigo Carmine |
| C.I Name | FD&C Blue No. 2 |
| E number | E132 |
| EC no. | 212-728-8 |
| CAS no. | 860-22-0 |
| HSN | 32041990 |
| CI no. | 73015 |
| Molecular Formula | C16H8N2Na2O8S2 |
| Molecular Weight | 466.4 g/mol |
| Color | Indigo to dark blue |
| Appearance | Powder |
| Odor | Odorless |
| Taste | Slightly Bitter |
| pH Stability | Stable within pH range 6-8 |
| Storage Condition | Dry Sealed, Room Temperature |
| Water | 15gm/l |
| Ethanol (95%) | Very Sparingly Soluable |
| Propylene Glycol | 5gm/l |
| Vegetable Oil | Insoluable |
| Light | Fair |
| Heat | Fair (105 ºC) to Poor (205°C) |
| Fruit Acids | Fair |
| Benzoic Acid | Poor |
| Alkalies | Poor |
Available forms:
- Powder
- Liquids
- Granules/Crystals
Export Details:
- Minimum Order Quantity: 100 Kgs
- Country of Origin of Product: INDIA
- Mode of Transportation: By Sea & Air
- Nearest Port: Nhava Shiva & Mundra (For Sea) and Mumbai Airport & Ahmedabad Airport (For Air)
- Shipping: FCL & LCL
- Incoterms: FOB & CNF
- Payment Terms: TT/Bank Transfer & LC
- Delivery Time: 3 to 4 weeks
- Logistics Packaging: Standard Export Grade 25kg HDPE Drums with dual LDPE liners for moisture protection
- Documentation: Invoice, Packing List, Non-Hazardous Certificate, Certificate of Analysis (COA) & Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)
Certifications:
Uses / Applications:
- Bakery products (cakes, pastries, muffins, sponge bases)
- Biscuits & cookies
- Confectionery (hard candies, gummies, jellies, toffees)
- Sugar confectionery & coated sweets
- Ice creams & frozen desserts
- Flavoured milk & milk-based beverages
- Syrups & squashes
- Soft drinks & carbonated beverages
- Fruit-based drinks & concentrates
- Dessert mixes & instant dessert powders
- Jelly crystals & pudding mixes
- Icings, frostings & decorative toppings
- Chewing gum
- Mouth fresheners
- Sweet sauces & toppings
Why Choose Advik Colors for Indigo Carmine Food Color?
In-house manufacturing
with strict quality control
Consistent shade & strength
across every batch
Export-oriented
packaging & documentation
Bulk availability
for wholesalers & distributors
Application support
for different food matrices
Trusted by global importers
for long-term supply
Read most frequent questions about Indigo Carmine
Does Indigo Carmine interact with other ingredients?
Indigo Carmine is formulated to work effectively alongside common food ingredients without causing undesirable reactions when used as recommended.
Will I need to adjust formulations frequently between batches?
No. Our Indigo Carmine food color is produced to maintain uniform colour strength, reducing the need for frequent formulation corrections between batches.
Can this colour be used in applications beyond food?
Where regulations permit, Indigo Carmine is also used in pharmaceutical coatings, oral liquids, cosmetics, and pet food formulations.
Can I evaluate the product before committing to bulk quantities?
Yes. Trial samples can be provided so buyers can assess shade performance and compatibility within their own formulations.
Is technical support available if formulation guidance is needed?
Yes. Our team can provide application-level guidance to help you achieve optimal results in your specific production process.
What sets Advik Colors apart as an Indigo Carmine supplier?
Our focus on process consistency, dependable supply, and B2B-specific service makes us a preferred partner rather than just a transactional supplier.
Global Markets We Serve
- Argentina
- Australia
- Benin
- Bolivia
- Brazil
- Burundi
- Cambodia
- Cameroon
- Canada
- Central America
- Chile
- China
- Colombia
- Costa Rica
- Denmark
- Ecuador
- Egypt
- Ethiopia
- Finland
- France
- Gabon
- Germany
- Ghana
- Greece
- Guatemala
- Indonesia
- Italy
- Japan
- Kazakhstan
- Kenya
- Lebanon
- Lesotho
- Malawi
- Malaysia
- Mexico
- Morocco
- Myanmar
- Namibia
- Netherlands
- Nigeria
- North Macedonia
- Paraguay
- Peru
- Philippines
- Poland
- Portugal
- Russia
- Sierra Leone
- Singapore
- South Africa
- South Arabia
- South Sudan
- South Korea
- Spain
- Sweden
- Switzerland
- Taiwan
- Tanzania
- Thailand
- Togo
- Turkey
- United Arab Emirates
- Uganda
- United Kingdom
- United States
- Uzbekistan
- Venezuela
- Vietnam
- Yemen
