Thickener

Agar Agar – Premium Food-Grade Hydrocolloid for Gelling & Stabilizing Applications

  • Type Thickener
  • E No. E406
  • CAS No. 9002-18-0
  • Qty in 20' FCL 18MTs
  • Packaging 25kg bags

📌 Detailed Introduction of Agar Agar

✔ What is Agar Agar?

Agar Agar is a natural hydrocolloid extracted from red seaweed (Gracilaria or Gelidium species), commonly used as a gelling, stabilizing, and thickening agent. It is classified as E406 in food applications and is widely recognized for its strong gel formation, heat resistance, and high stability. Unlike gelatin, Agar Agar is completely plant-based, making it suitable for vegetarian and vegan products.


📌 Production Method & Raw Materials

  1. Raw Materials:

    • Red seaweed (Gracilaria, Gelidium, or Pterocladia species)

    • Purified water & filtration agents

  2. Production Process:

    • Seaweed Harvesting & Cleaning – The seaweed is collected, washed, and dried.

    • Boiling & Extraction – The cleaned seaweed is boiled in water to extract the agar content.

    • Filtration & Cooling – The extract is filtered and cooled to form a gel.

    • Dehydration & Drying – The gel is dried and ground into powder or strips.


📌 Applications of Agar Agar

✔ Food Industry Applications

  • Confectionery & Desserts – Used in jellies, puddings, candies, and marshmallows for firm texture.

  • Dairy & Vegan Products – A key stabilizer in ice cream, yogurt, cheese, and plant-based dairy alternatives.

  • Bakery & Pastry – Helps in moisture retention and texture enhancement in cakes and fillings.

  • Beverages – Used in bubble tea, fruit juice, and beverage stabilization.

✔ Pharmaceutical & Microbiology Applications

  • Microbiological Culture Media – Essential for bacteria and fungi growth in labs.

  • Capsules & Coatings – Used in pharmaceutical formulations for tablet coatings.

✔ Industrial & Cosmetic Applications

  • Pet Food – A stabilizer in wet pet food.

  • Cosmetics & Skincare – Acts as a moisturizer and thickener in lotions, face masks, and creams.


📌 Key Benefits of Agar Agar

Superior Gel Strength – Forms firm, thermally stable gels without refrigeration.
Vegan & Plant-Based – 100% natural gelatin substitute for vegetarian diets.
Excellent Water Absorption – Helps in moisture retention in food formulations.
Heat Resistance – Maintains stability at high temperatures.
Safe & Approved – Classified as E406 and widely approved for food and pharmaceutical applications.


📌 Product Specifications

PropertySpecification
AppearanceWhite to yellowish powder
Chemical Formula(C12H18O9)n
Gel Strength (g/cm²)≥ 800
Moisture Content (%)≤ 12.0%
Ash Content (%)≤ 5.0%
pH (1% Solution, 25°C)6.0 - 7.5
Heavy Metals (ppm)≤ 10.0
Arsenic (ppm)≤ 3.0
Lead (ppm)≤ 2.0
Packing25kg bags or customized
Shelf Life24 months

📌 Famous Agar Agar Brands Worldwide

  • Meron – India

  • Agar Del Pacifico – Chile

  • Marine Hydrocolloids – India

  • Hispanagar – Spain

  • Jiangsu Khonor Chemicals Co., Limited – China


📌 Why Choose Jiangsu Khonor Chemicals Co., Limited for Agar Agar?

Premium Quality & High Purity – Our agar meets food, pharmaceutical, and industrial-grade standards.
Competitive Pricing – Cost-effective solutions for manufacturers and distributors.
Global Supply & Fast Delivery – Reliable shipments worldwide with secure packaging.
Customization Available – Tailored agar solutions for various industrial applications.


📌 Order Agar Agar Today!

Looking for a trusted supplier of Agar Agar? Jiangsu Khonor Chemicals Co., Limited offers high-quality, food-grade agar with global shipping and customized solutions.

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SPECIFICATION

                                ITEM                       STANDARD
APPEARANCEMILKY OR YELLOWISH FINE POWDER
GEL STRENGTH (NIKKAN, 1.5%, 20℃)> 700 G/CM2
PH VALUE6 – 7
LOSS ON DRYING≦ 12%
GELATION POINT35 – 42℃
RESIDUE ON IGNITION≦ 5%
LEAD≦ 5 PPM
ARSENIC≦ 1 PPM
TOAL HEAVY METALS (as Pb)≦ 20 PPM
SULPHATE≦ 1%
TOTAL PLATE COUNT≦ 3000 CFU/G
MESH SIZE (%)90% THROUGHT 80 MESH
SALMONELLA IN 25GABSENT
E.COLI  IN 15 GABSENT
STARCH, GELATIN & OTHER PROTEINNONE

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