Natural Food Additives Carrageenan

Quick Details
CAS No.: 11114-20-8
EINECS No.: 232-524-2
Brand Name: A&S
Particle Size: 95% pass 120 mesh
Other Names: Kappa Semi-Refined Carrageenan
Place of Origin: Hubei, China (Mainland)
Model Number: HNBC-021
Material: Red algae
MF: C24G36O25S2
Type: Chewing Gum Bases, Emulsifiers, Thickeners, Kappa,Iota
Appearance: Tan to yellowish, free flowing powder
Form: Refined,Semi-refined
Packaging & Delivery
PackagingDetails: 25KGS PP plastic bag ,kraft bag
Delivery Detail: Within 2-3 weeks after the receipt of LC or Prepayment
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Product Description
Carrageenan is a product derived from certain types of red algae.
The product is most often used as a thickening agent in place of animal-based products like gelatin, which is extracted from animal bones.
It is a common ingredient in many foods and gel-like products, and even has applications in biochemistry.
Carrageenan is nearly identical to agar, another substance derived from several different species of red algae.
( Certain types of red algae are harvested to produce carrageenan. )
Product Uses
In food and other products, carrageenan works as a thickener, stabilizer, and emulsifier, meaning that it helps keep mixed ingredients from separating. It gives foods a smooth texture and accentuates flavor.
It is often used in dairy-based foods, like ice cream, yogurt, and cottage cheese, because it reacts well with milk proteins.
Carrageenan is also found in jelly, pie filling, chocolate, salad dressing, and even as a fat substitute in processed meat.
Because it comes from algae, it can be used as a substitute for gelatin for vegetarian and vegan products.
Other, non-food items, like toothpaste, personal lubricants, and air freshener gels may also include carrageenan. It serves the same function as it does in foods — to thicken and stabilize the product, and make it smoother.