Pigments & Colorants
REACH
DC Red No 30
CAS Number
2379-74-0
EC Number
219-163-6
What is DC Red No 30?
DC Red No 30 (CAS 2379-74-0), also known as D&C Red #30 and Japan Red 226, is a synthetic organic pigment used to impart vivid red-to-pink coloration.
Where is DC Red No 30 used?
- Personal care: coloring lipsticks and blushes
- Pressed powders: strong tint strength and skin-contact compliance
- Printing inks: packaging inks with consistent hue and substrate adhesion
- Coatings and industrial paints: saturated red shades in solvent-based and specialty systems
- Textile and paper dyeing operations draw on this pigment for surface coloration.
Good to know: Regulatory acceptance under D&C and Japan Red designations makes it a recognized option for formulators working within defined colorant approvals. Buyers should confirm grade and regulatory status against their target market colorant approval framework before sourcing.
Other Names (Synonyms)
Japan red 226|D&c red #30|(2E)-6-chloro-2-(6-chloro-4-methyl-3-oxo-1-benzothiophen-2-ylidene)-4-methyl-1-benzothiophen-3-one|D&c red no. 30
What are the physical properties of DC Red No 30?
Boiling Point 529.1±50.0 °C(Predicted)
Density 1.583±0.06 g/cm3(Predicted)
Color Red
Form Solid
Log P 2.06 at 22℃ and pH7
How is DC Red No 30 classified and handled safely? Learn More
Warning
GHS09· Environmental Hazard
Hazard Statements
H400 Very toxic to aquatic life
H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary Statements
P273 Avoid release to the environment.
P391 Collect spillage.
P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local regulations.
Which trade and regulatory codes apply to DC Red No 30?
HS Code 3204.15.2500