S P E C I F I C A T I O N S

FAST GREEN F.C.F. CERTIFIED
(C. I. 42053)

Synonyms:			Food green 3; Aizen Food Green No. 3; C.I. 42053; FD&C 
				Green No. 3; Solid Green FCF; 1724 Green

CAS No:					2353-45-9

Chemical Formula:				C37H34N2O10S3Na2

Formula Weight:				808.86

Description:					Red to brown Powder

Identification:				To pass test

Spectroscopy
(in 50% aqueous ethanol):			Lambda max.622 + 3 nm 

Water-insoluble matter:			0.20% maximum

Lead (Pb):					10 mg/kg maximum

Solubility
1 mg/ml in H2O:				Dark blue-green solution

Effective: 01/15/09