CARRAGEENAN CAS#9000-07-1

Carrageenan is a water-loving plant colloid derived from red seaweed and is recognized as one of the three major alginate products used in industry worldwide. It is typically supplied as a white to pale yellow powder, and is also available in semi-transparent flake form.

Product Application of CARRAGEENAN CAS#9000-07-1

Carrageenan is utilized mainly for its four key functions—gelling, thickening, stabilizing, and suspending—and is widely applied in both food and industrial sectors. Food-grade carrageenan, as an approved food additive, is commonly used in products such as dairy items and baking sauces. Industrial-grade carrageenan is suitable for non-food applications including cosmetics and pharmaceuticals, fulfilling the functional needs of various industries.