Carrageenan

Source: Eucheuma Cottonii

Refined from Red Seaweed · Naturally Powerful Structure Control

Sourced from Red Algae · Natural Polysaccharide · Multi-Industry Functional Solutions

 

Our carrageenan series is extracted from red seaweed (such as Eucheuma), a natural and sustainable marine resource. As a high-efficiency, water-soluble natural polysaccharide, carrageenan offers excellent gelling, thickening, and stabilizing properties—making it a vital functional ingredient across the food and personal care industries. Certified under FSSC 22000, ISO 9001, Kosher, and Halal, it is widely applied in plant-based foods, dairy products, beverages, meat products, skincare, and more.

 

 Key Features & Benefits of Carrageenan

Features & BenefitsDescription    
Natural Origin Sourced from sustainable marine algae; vegan and non-GMO.
MultifunctionalProvides gelling, thickening, stabilization, suspension, and emulsification effects; compatible with various formulation systems.
High CompatibilityPerforms well in high-acid, high-calcium, high-salt, and thermal cycling systems. 
Wide Application RangeExtends across food, personal care, pet nutrition, pharmaceuticals, and industrial applications.

 

✅ Five Key Application Areas & Representative Uses:

 

1️⃣ Food Industry

Application CategoryExample Products
Dairy / Plant-Based DairyYogurt, pudding, plant-based milk – provides viscosity, suspension, and gel structure.
Meat ProductsHam, luncheon meat, meat jelly – enhances water retention, improves slicing and elasticity.
ConfectioneryJelly, gummies, filled candies – forms thermoreversible transparent gels, improves texture and structure.
BeveragesJuices, dairy drinks – stabilizes suspension, minimizes sedimentation and layering.  

Bakery & Sauces

Jam fillings, sauces, bread spreads – thickens, prevents oil-water separation, stabilizes structure.
Functional FoodsSupplement gels, low-sugar jellies – clean-label gelling base, fully vegan-compliant.  

 

2️⃣ Personal Care & Cosmetics

Application CategoryExample Products
Skincare FormulasGel masks, gels, lotions, serums – enhances skin feel, increases elasticity. 
Hair CareShampoos, conditioners, styling sprays – forms a natural film, improves smoothness.
Color Cosmetics Lipsticks, setting sprays – stabilizes formulation, enhances spreadability and adhesion.
Personal CareBody wash, shaving creams, facial cleansers – increases viscosity, improves emulsification stability. 
Organic/Natural FormulasOrganic cleansers, natural gels, sunscreens – suitable for animal-free formulations.  

 

 3️⃣ Pharmaceuticals & Health Products

Application CategoryExample Products
Pharmaceutical ExcipientsChewable tablets, oral gels, capsule fillings – natural carrier, easy to gel and flavor. 
Medical Dressings  Hydrogel dressings, cold patches – forms a moisturizing film, maintains cooling sensation. 
Functional Foods Vitamin jellies, nutrient gels, beauty supplements – smooth mouthfeel, natural formulation support.

 

 4️⃣ Pet Nutrition

Application CategoryExample Products
Wet FoodPet cans, meat jellies – enhances structure, improves thickness and palatability. 
Pet TreatsGel-based snacks, jelly sticks – forms a soft, transparent structure that is easy to swallow.
Nutritional SupportHigh-fiber meals, probiotic carriers – provides a stable carrier and is easy to process.

 

 5️⃣ Other Industrial Applications

Application CategoryExample Products
Biodegradable MaterialsNatural colloid bases, biofilms – eco-friendly ingredients supporting green manufacturing.  
Industrial Colloid SystemsPesticide carriers, ceramic binders, emulsion systems – offers adhesion and dispersion stability.
Water Treatment / ThickeningWater-soluble slow-release gels, thickeners – improves solubility and environmental compatibility.

 

Packaging & Storage

Packaging:  25 kg/bag   
Shelf Life:  24 months   
Storage:  Store in a dry, sealed environment; avoid direct sunlight.

 

Product Information & Support

We provide the following resources and services:

Technical Documentation:  Including Technical Data Sheet ( TDS ) and Certificate of Analysis ( COA )   
Application Samples: Available for product testing in your specific formulations   
Application Consulting Technical support for process parameters and application guidance

 

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