Find Your Interest: Categories
  • Brilliant Blue #1 Fcf Synthetic triarylmethane blue colorant, soluble in water and glycerol.
  • Brilliant Blue #1 Fcf
  • Brilliant Blue #1 Fcf

Brilliant Blue #1 Powder FCF

Synthetic triarylmethane blue colorant, soluble in water and glycerol.
SKU: FDCBLUE1
Select Option ▼
Qty:

Brilliant Blue FCF (Blue 1)


Brilliant blue FCF (Blue 1) is a synthetic organic compound used primarily as a blue colorant for processed foods, medications, dietary supplements, and cosmetics. It is classified as a triarylmethane dye and is known under various names, such as FD&C Blue No. 1 or acid blue 9. It is denoted by E number E133 and has a color index of 42090. It has the appearance of a blue powder and is soluble in water and glycerol, with a maximum absorption at about 628 nanometers. It is one of the oldest FDA-approved color additives and is generally considered nontoxic and safe.


Key Features:

  • Synthetic organic compound
  • Used primarily as a blue colorant
  • Classified as a triarylmethane dye
  • Soluble in water and glycerol
  • One of the oldest FDA-approved color additives

Product Specifications:

AppearanceBlue powder
SolubilitySoluble in water and glycerol
E numberE133
Color index42090
FDA approvalYes

Similar Products:

  • FD&C Yellow No. 5
  • FD&C Red No. 40
  • Tartrazine (Yellow 5)
  • Red 3 (Erythrosine)
  • Sunset Yellow FCF (Yellow 6)

Note: These are similar products, and each product is different, so research is required to find the best fit for your needs.
Perfect for processed food manufacturers and cosmetics companies.

Caution: Brilliant blue FCF is generally considered nontoxic and safe, but caution should be exercised when handling the powder or when using it in high concentrations.


  • Availability: In Stock
  • Model: FDCBLUE1
  • Brand: ChemicalStore