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FOOD BLUE NO. 1 ALUMINUM LAKE

CAS No.: 68921-42-6
Formula: C37H39AlN2O9S3
Molecular Weight: 778.89
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What is FOOD BLUE NO. 1 ALUMINUM LAKE

Acid Blue 9 aluminium salt, also known as FD&C Blue No. 1 Lake, is a vibrant synthetic dye widely used in the food, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic industries. This water-insoluble pigment is derived from Acid Blue 9, a triphenylmethane dye, and is stabilized with aluminium to enhance its durability and colorfastness. It is valued for its bright, stable blue hue, making it a popular choice for coloring products such as candies, beverages, medications, and cosmetics. Acid Blue 9 aluminium salt is approved for use by regulatory agencies like the FDA and EFSA, ensuring its safety for consumer applications. Its versatility and vivid color make it a staple in product formulation.

Preparation Process: To prepare Acid Blue 9 aluminium salt, dissolve **Acid Blue 9 (sodium salt)** in distilled water to form a concentrated solution. Gradually add a stoichiometric amount of **aluminium sulfate (Al₂(SO₄)₃)** or **aluminium chloride (AlCl₃)** under stirring, ensuring complete reaction. Maintain a pH of **4–6** using dilute sulfuric acid or sodium hydroxide. Heat the mixture at **60–80°C** for **1–2 hours** to promote complex formation. Cool, then filter the precipitate and wash with water to remove residual salts. Dry the product at **80–100°C** to obtain the Acid Blue 9 aluminium salt as a fine powder. Purify via recrystallization if necessary.

Usage Scenarios: Acid Blue 9 aluminium salt, also known as FD&C Blue No. 1 Lake, is primarily used as a synthetic colorant in cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and food products. In cosmetics, it provides vibrant blue hues in makeup, soaps, and shampoos. In pharmaceuticals, it colors tablets, capsules, and ointments for branding and identification. In food, it is used in candies, beverages, and confectionery for visual appeal. The aluminium salt form enhances stability and opacity, making it suitable for products requiring water-insoluble pigments. It complies with regulatory standards for safety in specified applications, though usage levels are controlled to prevent excessive intake.

FOOD BLUE NO. 1 ALUMINUM LAKE Basic Info
Chemical Name FOOD BLUE NO. 1 ALUMINUM LAKE
Synonyms foodblue2:1;EC 272-939-6;Pigment Blue 78;C.I. Food Blue 2:1;Brilliant Blue Lake;Blue No. 1 FD&C Lake;nnersalt,aluminumsalt;Brilliant Blue FCF Lake;FOOD BLUE NO. 1 ALUMINUM;Bright Blue Aluminum Lake
CAS No. 68921-42-6
Molecular Formula C37H39AlN2O9S3
Molecular Weight 778.89
PSA 197.33000
LogP 1.672 at 25℃
Safely Info
RTECS -
Hazard Class -
Safety Statements -
HS Code 3205.00.5040
WGK Germany -
Packing Group -
RIDADR -
Risk Statements -
Hazard Codes -
Caution Statement P273-P501
Hazard Declaration H412
Symbol -
Signal Word -
FOOD BLUE NO. 1 ALUMINUM LAKE Price
United States: $50-100
China: $30-60
Russia: $40-80
Germany: $60-120
India: $20-40
Japan: $70-140
Brazil: $50-100
South Korea: $45-90
Philippines: $35-70
United Kingdom: $55-110
France: $65-130
Mexico: $40-80
Canada: $45-90
South Africa: $25-50
Egypt: $30-60
Turkey: $35-70
Thailand: $40-80
Indonesia: No results
MSDS
MSDS

Section I.Chemical Product and Company Identification
    Chemical Name Food Blue No. 1 Aluminum Lake
    Portland OR
    Synonym        Benzenemethanaminium, N-ethyl-N-[4-[[4-[ethyl[(3-    
    sulfophenyl)methyl]amino]phenyl](2-sulfophenyl)methylene]-
    2,5- cyclohexadien-1-ylidene]-3-sulfo-, inner salt,
    aluminum
    salt (1:?) (CA INDEX NAME)
    Chemical Formula        C37H38N2O10S3·xAl    
    CAS Number        68921-42-6    

Section II.        Composition and Information on Ingredients    
    Chemical Name        CAS Number Percent (%)        TLV/PEL        Toxicology Data    
    Food Blue No. 1 Aluminum Lake        68921-42-6 Not available. Not available.        Not available.    

Section III. Hazards Identification
    No specific information is available in our data base regarding the toxic effects of this material for humans. However,
    Acute Health Effects
    exposure to any chemical should be kept to a minimum. Skin and eye contact may result in irritation. May be harmful if
    inhaled or ingested. Always follow safe industrial hygiene practices and wear proper protective equipment when handling
    this compound.
    CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS : Not available.
    Chronic Health Effects
    MUTAGENIC EFFECTS : Not available.
    TERATOGENIC EFFECTS : Not available.
    DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: Not available.
    Repeated or prolonged exposure to this compound is not known to aggravate existing medical conditions.

Section IV.        First Aid Measures    
    Eye Contact        Check for and remove any contact lenses. In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15    
    minutes. Get medical attention.
    Skin Contact        In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing    
    before reuse. Thoroughly clean shoes before reuse. Get medical attention.
    Inhalation        If the victim is not breathing, perform mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or    
    waistband. If breathing is difficult, oxygen can be administered. Seek medical attention if respiration problems do not
    improve.
    Ingestion        INDUCE VOMITING by sticking finger in throat. Lower the head so that the vomit will not reenter the mouth and throat.    
    Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband. If the victim is not breathing, perform mouth-to-mouth
    resuscitation. Examine the lips and mouth to ascertain whether the tissues are damaged, a possible indication that the toxic
    material was ingested; the absence of such signs, however, is not conclusive.

Section V.        Fire and Explosion Data    
    Not available.
    Flammability        May be combustible at high temperature.        Auto-Ignition    
    Not available.
    Flash Points        Not available.        Flammable Limits    
    Combustion Products        These products include toxic carbon oxides (CO,CO2), nitrogen oxides (NOx), sulfur oxides (SOx), metallic oxides.    
    Fire Hazards
    Not available.
    Explosion Hazards        Risks of explosion of the product in presence of mechanical impact: Not available.    
    Risks of explosion of the product in presence of static discharge: Not available.
    Fire Fighting Media        SMALL FIRE: Use DRY chemical powder.    
    LARGE FIRE: Use water spray, fog or foam. DO NOT use water jet.
    and Instructions
    Consult with local fire authorities before attempting large scale fire-fighting operations.
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    Food Blue No. 1 Aluminum Lake

Section VI.        Accidental Release Measures    
    Spill Cleanup        Use a shovel to put the material into a convenient waste disposal container. Finish cleaning the spill by rinsing any    
    contaminated surfaces with copious amounts of water. Consult federal, state, and/or local authorities for assistance on
    Instructions
    disposal.

Section VII. Handling and Storage
    Handling and Storage        Keep away from heat. Mechanical exhaust required. When not in use, tightly seal the container and store in a dry, cool    
    place. Avoid excessive heat and light. Do not breathe dust.
    Information
    Always store away from incompatible compounds such as oxidizing agents.

Section VIII. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
    Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to keep airborne levels below recommended
    Engineering Controls
    exposure limits. If user operations generate dust, fume or mist, use ventilation to keep exposure to airborne contaminants
    below the exposure limit.
    Splash goggles. Lab coat. Dust respirator. Boots. Gloves. Suggested protective clothing might not be sufficient; consult a
    Personal Protection
    specialist BEFORE handling this product. Be sure to use a MSHA/NIOSH approved respirator or equivalent.
    Exposure Limits        Not available.    

Section IX. Physical and Chemical Properties
    Solid.        Solubility    
    Physical state @ 20°C        Not available.    
    Not available.
    Specific Gravity
    Not available.
    Molecular Weight        Partition Coefficient        Not available.    
    Boiling Point        Not available.        Vapor Pressure        Not applicable.    
    Not available.        Not available.    
    Melting Point        Vapor Density    
    Not available.        Volatility        Not available.    
    Refractive Index
    Not available.
    Critical Temperature        Not available.        Odor    
    Viscosity        Not available.        Taste        Not available.    

Section X.        Stability and Reactivity Data    
    Stability    
This material is stable if stored under proper conditions. (See Section VII for instructions)    
    Conditions of Instability        Avoid excessive heat and light.    
    Incompatibilities
    Reactive with oxidizing agents.

Section XI. Toxicological Information
    Not available.
    RTECS Number
    Routes of Exposure        Eye Contact. Ingestion. Inhalation.    
    Not available.
    Toxicity Data
    Chronic Toxic Effects        CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS : Not available.    
    MUTAGENIC EFFECTS : Not available.
    TERATOGENIC EFFECTS : Not available.
    DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: Not available.
    Repeated or prolonged exposure to this compound is not known to aggravate existing medical conditions.
    Acute Toxic Effects        No specific information is available in our data base regarding the toxic effects of this material for humans. However,    
    exposure to any chemical should be kept to a minimum. Skin and eye contact may result in irritation. May be harmful if
    inhaled or ingested. Always follow safe industrial hygiene practices and wear proper protective equipment when handling this
    compound.

Section XII.        Ecological Information    
    Not available.
    Ecotoxicity
    Not available.
    Environmental Fate
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    Food Blue No. 1 Aluminum Lake

Section XIII. Disposal Considerations
    Waste Disposal        Recycle to process, if possible. Consult your local regional authorities. You may be able to dissolve or mix material with a    
    combustible solvent and burn in a chemical incinerator equipped with an afterburner and scrubber system. Observe all
    federal, state and local regulations when disposing of the substance.

Section XIV. Transport Information
    Not a DOT controlled material (United States).
    DOT Classification
    PIN Number        Not applicable.    
    Proper Shipping Name        Not applicable.    
    Packing Group (PG)        Not applicable.    
    DOT Pictograms

Section XV. Other Regulatory Information and Pictograms
    TSCA Chemical Inventory        This compound is ON the EPA Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) inventory list.    
    (EPA)
    WHMIS Classification        On DSL.    
    (Canada)
    EINECS Number (EEC) 272-939-6
    EEC Risk Statements        Not available.    


SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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