Compound Q&A
What are the main uses of Allura Red AC Disodium Salt (CAS: 25956-17-6)?
Answer
Allura Red AC Disodium Salt (CAS: 25956-17-6) is primarily used as a food coloring agent in beverages, candies, and dairy products. It also serves as a pH indicator in laboratories, a component in pharmaceuticals for tablet coatings, and an industrial dye in textiles. Its applications span across food, drug, and research sectors due to its solubility and colorfastness.
About
CAS No
25956-17-6
English Name
Allura Red AC Disodium Salt
Molecular Formula
C18H15N2Na2O8S2+
Molecular Weight
497.43 g/mol
SMILES
O=S(C1=CC=C2C(/N=N/C3=CC(C)=C(S(=O)([O-])=O)C=C3OC)=C(O)C=CC2=C1)([O-])=O.[Na+].[Na+]
InChIKey
CEZCCHQBSQPRMU-LLIZZRELSA-L
Last Updated: 2025-08-28 11:52
