Ponceau 4R
Ponceau 4R Food Color for Bright, Uniform Red Shades
Advik Colors is a leading Indian manufacturer of Ponceau 4R (E124), specializing in high-purity brilliant red synthetic colors for global B2B export and wholesale supply.
Ponceau 4R Food Color is a water-soluble synthetic food colouring widely used to deliver bright red to crimson shades in a broad range of food and beverage applications. It is especially valued in industrial manufacturing for its reliable colouring strength, smooth dispersion, and predictable shade output.
This food colour dissolves easily in water, allowing uniform colour distribution in liquid and semi-liquid formulations. Ponceau 4R Food Color is commonly selected where visual consistency is essential, particularly in high-volume production environments. When applied within recommended usage levels, it does not influence the taste, aroma, or texture of the finished product.
Manufactured under controlled conditions, Ponceau 4R Food Color offers dependable batch-to-batch performance, helping manufacturers maintain stable product appearance across multiple production cycles. It is suitable for use in a wide variety of processed foods and beverages and is supplied in formats that support bulk handling, storage, and export requirements. Its versatility, stability, and ease of use make it a practical choice for food producers seeking long-term supply reliability.
Technical Specifications for Ponceau 4r (E124):
| Product Characteristics | Product Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Ponceau 4R |
| C.I Name | Acid Red 18 |
| E number | E124 |
| EC no. | 220-036-2 |
| CAS no. | 2611-82-7 |
| HSN | 32041983 |
| CI no. | 16255 |
| Molecular Formula | C20H11N2Na3O10S3 |
| Molecular Weight | 604.5 g/mol |
| Color | Maroon |
| Appearance | Powder |
| Odor | Odorless |
| Taste | Slightly Bitter |
| pH Stability | Stable within pH range 4-9 |
| Storage Condition | Dry Sealed, Room Temperature |
| Water | 140gm/l |
| Ethanol (95%) | Very Sparingly Soluable |
| Propylene Glycol | 40gm/l |
| Vegetable Oil | Insoluable |
| Light | good (Water) |
| Heat | 105 ºC to 205°C |
| Fruit Acids | Good |
| Benzoic Acid | Good |
| Sulphur Dioxide | Fair |
| Alkalies | Good |
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)
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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 Ponceau 4R 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 Ponceau 4R
Can Ponceau 4R Food Color deliver repeatable colour results in high-volume production?
Ponceau 4R Food Color is manufactured with controlled colour parameters to help food processors achieve stable and repeatable shades across continuous production cycles.
Is Ponceau 4R Food Color compatible with liquid and semi-liquid recipes?
Yes. Ponceau 4R Food Color dissolves efficiently in water, allowing uniform colour distribution in beverages, syrups, desserts, and other aqueous formulations.
Does Ponceau 4R Food Color hold its shade during heating and processing?
Under normal processing conditions and recommended usage levels, Ponceau 4R Food Color maintains its visual performance during mixing, heating, and dilution stages.
Is Ponceau 4R Food Color suitable for manufacturers supplying multiple markets?
Yes. Ponceau 4R Food Color is supplied with standard documentation that supports both domestic distribution and export-oriented food production.
Does Ponceau 4R Food Color require special handling during use?
No special handling is required. Our Food Color integrates smoothly into formulations, helping simplify processing and reduce colour dispersion issues
What checks are performed to ensure the quality of Ponceau 4R Food Color?
Each batch of Food Color is assessed for key parameters such as colour strength, solubility, and consistency before being released for supply.
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
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Advik Colors is a leading Indian manufacturer of Ponceau 4R (E124), specializing in high-purity brilliant red synthetic colors for global B2B export and wholesale supply.