—— Product Specifications ——
—— Product Detail ——
Product Overview
Amaranth is a synthetic food dye with the molecular formula C₂₀H₁₁N₂Na₃O₁₀S₃ and a molecular weight of 604.47 g/mol. This deep red to purple-red powder is a water-soluble azo dye widely used as a colorant in food products, cosmetics, and pharmaceutical formulations. The compound is also used as a reference standard in analytical chemistry for the determination of food dyes and as a tool in dye chemistry research. Its intense red color and good stability make it valuable for various research and quality control applications.
Synthetic Process
Amaranth is synthesized through the following routes:
-
Diazotization-coupling: Appropriate aromatic amines are diazotized and coupled with naphthol derivatives to form the azo dye.
-
Purification: The crude product is purified by precipitation or chromatography.
Mechanism of Action / Application Principles
-
Food Colorant: Used as a coloring agent in food and beverage products.
-
Analytical Standard: Used as a reference standard for dye analysis.
-
Cosmetic Applications: Used in cosmetic and personal care formulations.
Quality Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
| Assay | ≥98.0% |
| Appearance | Deep red to purple-red powder |
| Solubility | Soluble in water |
| Loss on Drying | ≤5.0% |
| Heavy Metals (as Pb) | ≤10 ppm |
Each batch is accompanied by a Certificate of Analysis (COA).
Packaging & Storage
-
Research quantities: 5g, 25g HDPE bottles
-
Bulk quantities: 100g, 500g HDPE containers
Storage conditions: Store in a cool, dry place in tightly sealed containers, protected from light. Under recommended conditions, shelf life is 36 months.
— C ompany Profile ——
Jinan Topfull Chemical Co., Ltd. is an international company rooted in China, specializing in the export of chemical products.
Our company is committed to making every effort to provide ideal chemical products to potential customers worldwide, including but not limited to: organic/inorganic reagents, biological reagents, plant extracts, pharmaceutical intermediates, active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), reference standards, reference substances, peptides, and more. Meanwhile, we have established long-term and stable cooperative relationships with university laboratories and off-campus research institutions, enabling us to offer tailored product services based on customers' actual needs.
We currently support customized services for most product categories, with supply quantities ranging from milligram (mg), gram (g) to kilogram (kg) levels, as well as wholesale. Product purity covers the full spectrum from 90% to 99.9%, providing customers with one-stop convenient services.
To date, our products have been exported to developed countries such as the United States, Australia, Canada, Mexico, as well as EU member states including France, Germany, and many other countries and regions such as Nigeria, Ghana, Southeast Asia, and other parts of Asia. Our product quality and services have consistently received high praise.
Looking ahead, our company will continue to serve as a bridge connecting China and the world, delivering high-quality products and services to global customers.
—— Q&A ——
Q1: How to confirm the product quality before placing orders?
A: By sending you available samples. Or if you have special requirements for the goods, we can prepare samples according to your requirements for confirmation.
Q2: Can you supply free samples?
A: Yes, we can provide a free sample, but the shipping cost will be paid by the customers. You can either pay the shipping cost or arrange a courier to collect the samples.
Q3: How do you treat quality complaints?
A: All our products are strictly tested by our QC and confirmed by QA; unqualified material will not be released to customers. If any quality problem is confirmed to be caused by us, we will replace the goods or refund your payment immediately.
Q4: What is your MOQ? Is there a discount?
A: For high value products, our MOQ starts from 1g and generally starts from 10g. For other low price products, our MOQ starts from 100g and 1kg.
Q: Is there a discount?
A: Yes, for larger quantities, we always support with better prices.
Q5: How to start orders or make payments?
A: You can send us your Purchase Order (if your company has one), or just send a simple confirmation by email or via Trade Manager. We will then send you a Proforma Invoice with our bank details for your confirmation, and you can make payment accordingly. If you have other preferred payment methods, we are open to discussion and negotiation.
India
Italy
