Liquid Cochineal Red A is a synthetic azo colour, also known as Ponceau 4R Colourant or Food Red 7, supplied under E-number E124. It gives food and drink a vibrant, intense strawberry-red shade, and because it is fully miscible in water it disperses evenly through aqueous systems, so colour develops consistently from batch to batch. Manufacturers use it to standardise or restore red tone in products where a stable, bright hue is wanted.
It appears in confectionery, soft drinks, desserts, sauces and similar water-based recipes. The liquid form is odourless and easy to pump or meter into a mix, and it blends directly into aqueous phases without pre-dissolving. Store it in closed containers, keep it from freezing or excessive heat, and stir gently before use since settled material can occur. It complies with Reg. 231/2012.
Also known as Ponceau 4R Colourant, Food Red 7
| Appearance | Vibrant, intense strawberry-red liquid |
| Shelf life | 12 months, unopened |
| Storage | Cool, dry place, away from light |
| Test | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Assay | >=85% pure dye |
| Heavy metals | Per specification |
| Subsidiary dyes | Per specification |
| Arsenic | <1mg/kg |
QC requirements shown apply to every destination or to the EU. Lot-specific results (assay, moisture, pH, microbiological and heavy-metal testing) vary by production batch and are supplied on the Certificate of Analysis for each shipment.
Yes. Every shipment of Liquid Cochineal Red A comes with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis. If you need further documents, such as an allergen or GMO declaration or a certificate of origin, tell us at the enquiry stage and we will confirm what is available.
Storage: Cool, dry place, away from light. Shelf life: 12 months, unopened.
The certifications associated with Liquid Cochineal Red A include FSSC 22000, CNAS CoA. Tell us which certification your audit requires and we will confirm what can be provided before you order.
In most cases, yes. Tell us your target volume and application on the contact form and we'll confirm sample availability along with indicative pricing and lead time.