Ponceau 4R Lake
Deep, controlled red tones with Ponceau 4R Lake Food Color for coated, dry and fat-based formulations.
Designed for colour hold, processing stability, and industrial-scale output.
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Ponceau 4R Lake Food Color Manufacturer & Exporter
Ponceau 4R Lake Food Color is a pigment-based red colourant developed for applications requiring fixed, non-migrating colour performance.
Advik Colors is a leading Indian manufacturer of Ponceau 4R Lake, specializing in high-purity insoluble red food pigments for global B2B export and high-fat matrix processing.
Advik Colors is a leading Indian manufacturer of Ponceau 4R Lake, specializing in high-purity insoluble red food pigments for global B2B export and high-fat matrix processing.Ponceau 4R Lake Food Color is an insoluble aluminium-based pigment derived from Ponceau 4R, formulated to deliver consistent red shades in dry mixes, surface coatings, and fat-rich food systems. Unlike water-soluble dyes, lake pigments remain locked within the product matrix, ensuring clean colour placement without bleeding, smudging, or shade drift.
The colour is produced through a controlled lake-formation process that balances particle size, opacity, and dispersion behaviour. This manufacturing approach results in dependable shade uniformity, strong visual depth, and stability during heat processing and extended storage. It performs particularly well in applications where visual precision and coating integrity are essential.
Ponceau 4R Lake Food Color blends smoothly into oils, fats, sugar shells, and dry premixes without influencing flavour, aroma, or texture. Each batch undergoes strict quality evaluation to meet international food colour standards. Supplied in sealed, export-ready packaging, the product is well suited for long-distance transport and industrial handling across global supply chains.
Technical Specifications for Ponceau 4R Lake (E124):
| Product Characteristics | Product Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Ponceau 4R Lake |
| C.I Name | Acid Red 18 |
| E number | E124 |
| EC no. | 220-036-2 |
| CAS no. | 2611-82-7 |
| HSN | 32041983 |
| CI no. | 16255:1 |
| 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 Lake Food Color?
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In-house manufacturing
with strict quality control
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Consistent shade & strength
across every batch
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Export-oriented
packaging & documentation
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Bulk availability
for wholesalers & distributors
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Application support
for different food matrices
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Trusted by global importers
for long-term supply
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Read most frequent questions about Ponceau 4R Lake
Where is Ponceau 4R Lake Food Color typically applied?
It is mainly used in products that require fixed colour placement, such as coated confectionery, dry mixes, and fat-based food systems.
Why do manufacturers choose the lake version over soluble red colours?
Lake pigments stay embedded in the product structure, preventing colour spread, staining, or migration during processing and storage.
Is this colour suitable for sugar coating and panning processes?
Yes, it performs particularly well in sugar-coated tablets, dragees, and panned sweets where surface stability is essential.
Does Ponceau 4R Lake affect flavour or aroma?
No, it is designed to deliver visual appeal only and does not interfere with taste, smell, or mouthfeel.
Can colour depth be adjusted for specific product lines?
Yes, the lake strength can be customised to achieve lighter or deeper red shades based on formulation needs.
Can this colour be used in pharmaceutical coatings?
Yes, it is commonly used in tablet and capsule coatings where uniform dispersion and colour retention are required.
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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