F Gutkind Carrageenan - Kappa Refined and Semi-Refined

F Gutkind Carrageenan - Kappa Refined and Semi-Refined is a natural hydrocolloid extracted from red seaweed of the Rhodophyceae class. Carrageenan has been used for hundreds of years and has been found to be safe in the USA. It replaces gelatine and starch and it is very similar to Agar. This type of Carrageenan is standarised to constant gel strength in water, in order to obtain a uniform performance.

Functions: Gelling Agent, Thickener, Viscosity Modifier

Labeling Claims: Natural, Naturally Derived

Physical Form: Powder, Solid

End Uses: Jellies, Salad Dressing

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Identification & Functionality

Features & Benefits

Applications & Uses

Markets
Applications
Food & Nutrition Applications
Uses
  • Gelling Agent in Petfood and Dairy products, conventional Jellies, Meat products, Salad Dressings, Tooth Paste and other products.

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
Clear beige powder
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Loss of dryingmin. 12%-
Particle Size (gum below 250 microns)98%-
pH (1.0% at 20°C)11 - 08--

Safety & Health

Health Hazards

It is advisable to wear face masks or to handle the powder in an airy room.

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type

Storage & Handling

Handling Information

Packaging: In 25 kilos polylined paper bags.

Storage: Goods must be stored in a dry, odor free environment.

Shelf Life: 2 years from date of manufacturing if kept in optimum storage conditions and original packaging.