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U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

Inventory of Effective Food Contact Substance (FCS) Notifications

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FCN No. 1311

DCL Corporation (BP), LLC

According to Section 409(h)(1)(C) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, food contact substance notifications (FCNs) are effective only for the listed manufacturer and its customers. Other manufacturers must submit their own FCN for the same food contact substance and intended use.
Food Contact Substance: Quino[2,3-b]acridine-7,14-dione, 5,12-dihydro-2,9-dimethyl-, also known as dimethylquinacridone and C.I. Pigment Red 122 (CAS Reg. No. 980-26-7).
Notifier: Sun Chemical Corporation
Manufacturer/Supplier: DCL Corporation (BP), LLC
Intended Use: As a colorant for food-contact polymers.
Limitations/Specifications: The FCS may be used at a maximum level of 1.5 weight percent of the finished polymer. The finished polymers may be used in contact with all food types under Conditions of Use A through H, as described in Tables 1 and 2. Not for use in articles intended for contact with infant food (food for infants 0-6 months of age.) Use of the colorant is subject to the provisions and definitions set forth in paragraphs a and b of 21 CFR 178.3297 ("Colorants for polymers").
Effective Date: Oct 8, 2013
National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA)** Submission: Categorical Exclusion 25.32(i) and (j)
FDA Decision: Categorical Exclusion Memo
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