Ingredient · E132

FD&C Blue #2 Aluminum Lake

Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
This ingredient is used to give foods a blue color. Because it is water-insoluble, …

What is FD&C Blue #2 Aluminum Lake?

FD&C Blue #2 Aluminum Lake is a synthetic (man-made) color additive. It is made by combining the dye FD&C Blue #2 (indigotine) with aluminum hydroxide. This process creates a pigment that is insoluble in water, making it useful for coloring products where the dye needs to stay put, like in coatings or fats.

Is FD&C Blue #2 Aluminum Lake vegan?

FD&C Blue #2 Aluminum Lake is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.

Is FD&C Blue #2 Aluminum Lake a major allergen?

Not a major allergen.

What is FD&C Blue #2 Aluminum Lake used for?

This ingredient is used to give foods a blue color.

Is FD&C Blue #2 Aluminum Lake safe?

FD&C Blue #2 Aluminum Lake is an FDA-approved color additive for use in foods.

Why it's used

This ingredient is used to give foods a blue color. Because it is water-insoluble, it's often chosen for products that contain fats and oils, or for coatings and dry mixes. It is commonly found in candies, baked goods, snack cakes, and other processed foods.

Health notes

FD&C Blue #2 Aluminum Lake is an FDA-approved color additive for use in foods. The FDA announced in April 2025 a plan to phase out petroleum-based synthetic dyes, which includes FD&C Blue #2 and its lakes. JECFA has evaluated indigotine (the parent dye of Blue #2) and set an acceptable daily intake. EFSA has also evaluated indigotine. Some studies have raised questions about synthetic food dyes, but the evidence on their effects on human health is mixed, and more research is ongoing.

Allergen info

Not a major allergen. This ingredient is a synthetic chemical and is not derived from any of the nine major food allergens.

Foods that contain FD&C Blue #2 Aluminum Lake

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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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