Certifications: ISO 9001:2015, Meets D&C Specifications
D&C Orange 4
Category: Oil Soluble
CI Number: 15510
Chemical Class: Azo Dye
Form: Powder
Oil-Soluble Orange for Lipsticks and Creams
D&C Orange 4 is an oil-soluble azo dye that produces a vibrant, mid-orange shade. It is approved for use in externally applied drugs and cosmetics. Its solubility in oils and waxes makes it an excellent colorant for anhydrous formulations. It is a popular choice for providing a strong and stable orange color in products like lipsticks, blushers, and oil-based creams where a water-soluble dye would be ineffective.
Applications- Different Types of Cosmetics: Used in externally applied cosmetics such as bath gels and lotions.
- Pharmaceuticals: Suitable for topical drugs where a strong color is needed for identification.
Key Benefits
- Vibrant, strong orange shade.
- Oil-soluble, making it ideal for anhydrous formulations.
- Good heat stability and lightfastness.
- Provides a non-bleeding color in emulsions.
Technical Highlights
- Common Name: Also known as Pigment Orange 17 in some contexts
- Solubility: Oil Soluble
- Appearance: Orange Powder
Packaging & Availability
- Supplied in a standardized powder form.
- Standard Packing: 25 kg paper bag.
- Customized packaging is available upon request.
