Carrageenan Gum Manufacturer
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Product Overview
Carrageenan gum is a natural polysaccharide extracted from red seaweed. It is widely used in the food, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic industries due to its gelling, thickening, and stabilizing properties. As a trusted Carrageenan Gum Manufacturer, we ensure high-quality, food-grade carrageenan that meets industry standards for safety and performance.
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Product Details
Carrageenan Gum – Product Overview
Carrageenan Gum is a natural polysaccharide extracted from red seaweed and widely used as a thickener, stabiliser, and gelling agent. It is suitable for food, pharmaceutical, and personal care applications and is valued for its texture-enhancing and stabilising properties.
| Property | Details |
|---|---|
| HS Code | 13023900 |
| CAS Number | 9000-07-1 |
| EINECS Number | 232-524-2 |
| Molecular Formula | C24H36O25S2 |
Appearance & Physical Properties
Carrageenan Gum is a white to off-white powder, odourless in nature. It is soluble in hot water and partially soluble in cold water. Its ability to form gels and improve viscosity makes it an essential ingredient across multiple industries.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White to off-white powder |
| Purity | ≥ 99.0% |
| Solubility | Soluble in hot water, partially soluble in cold water |
| Odour | Odourless |
| pH (1% solution) | 7.0 – 9.0 |
Typical Certificate of Analysis (COA)
| Test | Result | Specification |
|---|---|---|
| Appearance | White to off-white powder | Conforms |
| Assay (Purity) | 99.5% | ≥ 99.0% |
| Moisture Content | 0.3% | ≤ 0.5% |
| pH (1% solution) | 7.5 | 7.0 – 9.0 |
| Heavy Metals (as Pb) | < 1 ppm | ≤ 2 ppm |
| Arsenic | < 0.1 ppm | ≤ 0.1 ppm |
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Natural and sustainable seaweed-derived ingredient
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Suitable for food, pharmaceutical, and personal care use
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High stability under varied processing conditions
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Safe, non-toxic, and internationally compliant
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Cost-effective thickening and stabilising solution
| Application | Use Case | Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Dairy Products | Milk, yoghurt, ice cream | Smooth texture & stability |
| Meat Processing | Sausages, processed meats | Improved water retention |
| Beverages | Chocolate milk, juices | Prevents sedimentation |
| Pharmaceuticals | Drug release, syrups | Consistent viscosity |
| Personal Care | Creams, lotions, shampoos | Enhanced texture & feel |
Method of Analysis
Carrageenan Gum is tested using advanced analytical techniques:
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Gravimetric assay for purity
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Viscometer testing for viscosity
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Loss on drying for moisture content
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ICP-MS testing for heavy metals
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Gel strength evaluation under controlled conditions
Recommended Dosage
| Application | Dosage Range |
|---|---|
| Dairy Products | 0.1% – 0.5% |
| Meat Processing | 0.5% – 1.0% |
| Beverages | 0.05% – 0.2% |
| Pharmaceuticals | 0.1% – 0.5% |
| Personal Care | 0.2% – 0.8% |
Why Choose Us?
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≥ 99.0% purity food-grade Carrageenan Gum
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FDA, EFSA & WHO compliant
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Non-GMO and allergen-free
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Bulk and custom packaging options
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Competitive pricing with reliable global delivery
We support bulk B2B supply, complete technical documentation, and consistent batch quality for uninterrupted production.
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