Customization: | Available |
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CAS No.: | 1934-21-0 |
Formula: | C16h9n4na3o9s2 |
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Name | Acid Yellow 23 |
Synonyms | C.I.19140; Tartrazine; Food Yellow 4; Trisodium 1-(4-sulfonatophenyl)-4-(4-sulfonatophenylazo)-5-pyrazolone-3-carboxylate |
Molecular Structure | |
Molecular Formula | C16H9N4Na3O9S2 |
Molecular Weight | 534.36 |
CAS Registry Number | 1934-21-0 (642-62-6) |
EC Number | 217-699-5 |
Melting point | 300 ºC |
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Water solubility | 260 g/L (30 ºC) |
Acid Yellow 23 is mainly used for coloring food, beverages, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, feed, tobacco, toys, food packaging materials, etc.
Acid Yellow 23 is a water-soluble synthetic pigment with a bright and tender yellow color, widely used in multiple industries. In the food industry, Acid Yellow 23 is an important food coloring agent that can enhance the appearance appeal of food, thereby increasing consumers' appetite and purchasing desire. It is not only used for directly edible products such as beverages, candies, etc., but also for coloring drugs and cosmetics, as well as for dyeing wool and silk and manufacturing color lakes. Acidic Yellow 23 has high safety and is basically non-toxic. Most of it can be excreted through human metabolism, and a small amount can be metabolized. Its metabolites have no toxic effects on humans. Therefore, it is considered a safe coloring agent in many products.
However, the use of Acid Yellow 23 is also subject to certain limitations. For example, it is not allowed to be used in direct entry foods such as seasonings, baby food, biscuits, as well as meat and its processed products, fish and its processed products, fruits and their products, etc. These restrictions are mainly for the protection of specific populations and safety considerations for specific foods.
In addition, Acid Yellow 23 also has some additional uses, such as coloring in industries such as coatings, inks, plastics, and cultural and educational supplies.