Product Description

Refined Carrageenan is a high-purity hydrocolloid extracted from selected red seaweeds through advanced refining processes. It is widely used in the food, pharmaceutical, and industrial sectors as a natural thickener, stabilizer, and gelling agent.

With excellent solubility and consistent performance, Refined Carrageenan provides superior texture control, water retention, and product stability. It is especially suitable for applications requiring clarity, smooth mouthfeel, and strong gel strength.

📄 Free documents available for download: COA, TDS, and MSDS to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Chemical & Physical Properties

• Appearance: White to off-white powder

• Odor: Odorless or slight characteristic odor

• Solubility: Soluble in hot water, forms viscous solutions or gels

• Gel Type: Kappa, Iota, or Lambda types depending on formulation

• Moisture Content: Typically ≤ 12%

• pH (1% solution): 8.0 – 11.0

  Viscosity: Varies based on grade and application

Specifications

• Sulfate Content: 15 – 40%

• Gel Strength: Customized according to application requirements

• Particle Size: 80–120 mesh (or as requested)

• Heavy Metals: Complies with international food standards

• Microbiological Limits:

• Total Plate Count: ≤ 5,000 CFU/g

• Yeast & Mold: ≤ 300 CFU/g

• Pathogens: Absent (E. coli, Salmonella)

(Custom specifications available upon request.)

Applications

Refined Carrageenan is widely applied across multiple industries:

• Food Industry:
  Dairy products (chocolate milk, yogurt), processed meats, jelly, desserts, plant-based beverages

• Beverage Industry:
  Suspension stabilization and mouthfeel enhancement

• Pharmaceutical Industry:
  Used as excipient, binder, and controlled-release agent

• Cosmetics & Personal Care:
  Thickener and stabilizer in lotions, creams, and toothpaste

Advantages

• Excellent gelling, thickening, and stabilizing properties

• Improves texture and mouthfeel in finished products

• Strong water-binding capacity

• High purity and consistent quality

• Compatible with various formulations

• Customizable grades for specific applications

• 📄 Supports full documentation: COA, TDS, MSDS available for free download

COA--Refined Carrageenan

TDS - Refined Carrageenan

MSDS - Refined Carrageenan

Packaging & Storage

• Packaging: 25 kg kraft paper bag with inner PE liner (custom packaging available)

• Storage: Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area

• Shelf Life: 24 months under recommended storage conditions

• Avoid exposure to moisture and direct sunlight

Regulatory Status

• Complies with international standards such as FCC, FAO/WHO, and EU regulations

• Approved as a food additive (E407)

• Halal and Kosher certified (if required)

• Non-GMO and allergen-free

Why Choose Jiangsu Khonor Chemicals Co., Limited?

✅ Over 10 years of experience in chemical and food ingredient exports

📦 Stable supply capacity and competitive pricing

⚗️ Support for diverse molecular weights and performance requirements

🧪 Samples available for quality testing

📄 Professional documentation: COA, MSDS, TDS, and export compliance

🌐 Strong focus on global B2B markets

🚚 Fast delivery and flexible logistics solutions

Ordering Information

💬 For quotations, specifications, samples, or technical support, please contact:

📧 Email: mengling@khonorchem.com

📱 Tel/WhatsApp/WeChat: +86-19851820586

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