Erythrosine

Erythrosine (CAS 16423-68-0), also known as E127 and erythrosine sodium anhydrous, is a synthetic red dye derived from fluorone.

Where is Erythrosine used?

• Food: colors maraschino cherries, candied fruits and certain confectionery
• Pharmaceutical: tablet coatings and oral dosage forms for product identification
• Printing inks and packaging: red and pink tones in water-based formulations
• Textile and paper industries apply it as a dye for specialty coloring processes.

Good to know: One of the few certified red colorants approved for specific food uses in multiple regulatory markets.

Commercial specifications

• Food-grade specifications certified to FCC and E127 standards