Agar Agar
Price 1 INR/ Kilograms
Agar Agar Specification
- EINECS No
- 232-658-1
- Usage
- Gel formation in microbiological media, food additive, vegetarian gelatin substitute
- Ingredients
- 100% Agar (Extracted from red seaweeds such as Gelidium and Gracilaria)
- Application
- Microbiology, food industry, pharmaceuticals, tissue culture
- Physical Form
- Powder
- Melting Point
- ~85°C (gels at 32-40°C, melts at 85-95°C)
- Shape
- Fine Powder
- Molecular Formula
- C12H18O9
- HS Code
- 13023100
- Purity
- 99% min
- Shelf Life
- 3 years if stored properly
- Appearance
- White to pale yellow powder
- CAS No
- 9002-18-0
- Solubility
- Insoluble in cold water, soluble in boiling water
- Density
- 0.4 Gram per cubic centimeter(g/cm3)
- Product Type
- Thickener / Gelling Agent
- Storage
- Store in cool, dry place; keep container tightly closed
- Ph Level
- 6.0 - 7.5 (1% solution)
- Smell
- Odorless
- Properties
- Odorless, tasteless, and forms a gel in water; high gelling strength
- Taste
- Neutral / Tasteless
- Molecular Weight
- ~336.26 g/mol
- Grade
- Food Grade / Laboratory Grade
- Structural Formula
- Polysaccharide structure (mainly agarose and agaropectin)
- Poisonous
- Non-poisonous
- Sulphate Ash
- 1%
- GMO Status
- Non-GMO
- Colour
- White to light yellow
- Viscosity (1.5% solution)
- 10 mPa.s
- Compatibility
- Compatible with most food ingredients
- Packaging
- 25 kg fiber drums/cartons or as required
- Gelling Strength
- 900-1200 g/cm2 (as per need)
- Moisture Content
- <12%
- Lead
- <3 ppm
- Heavy Metals
- <10 ppm
- Allergen Information
- Allergen free
- Arsenic
- <1 ppm
- Microbial Limits
- Total Plate Count <1000 CFU/g
Agar Agar Trade Information
- Minimum Order Quantity
- 25 Kilograms
- Supply Ability
- 100 Kilograms Per Week
- Delivery Time
- 1 Week
About Agar Agar
AGAR AGAR
Features:
- Longer shelf life
- Precise pH value
- Accurate composition
- Non-toxic
Exceptional Gelling Properties
Agar Agar sets into a resilient gel at relatively low concentrations, making it an efficient gelling agent in food, pharmaceutical, and microbiological applications. Its high gel strength (9001200 g/cm) allows for robust gel formation even at room temperature, with gels melting only above 85C.
Strict Safety and Quality Controls
Processed to be allergen-free, non-GMO, and with low heavy metal and microbial content, Agar Agar is safe for sensitive applications. Each batch is tested to ensure compliance with stringent international standards, supporting its suitability for food, pharmaceutical, and research uses.
Versatile Application and Usage
Agar Agars unique solubilityinsoluble in cold water but dissolving in boiling watermakes it ideal for diverse uses, including food additives, vegetarian gelatin alternatives, microbiological culture media, and more. Its odorless and tasteless properties ensure it does not interfere with flavors or aromas in finished products.
FAQs of Agar Agar:
Q: How should Agar Agar powder be used for gel formation in the food industry?
A: To use Agar Agar for gel formation, dissolve the required amount in boiling water (insoluble in cold water), allow it to cool below 40C, and the solution will set into a firm gel. The recommended dosage may vary, but a typical 0.5% to 2% concentration is effective for most food products.Q: What are the main benefits of using Agar Agar over animal-based gelatin?
A: Agar Agar is plant-based, allergen-free, and non-GMO, making it an excellent vegetarian alternative to gelatin. It forms stronger gels, is tasteless and odorless, and remains stable at higher temperatures, enhancing its utility in a wide range of culinary and scientific applications.Q: Where is Agar Agar typically applied outside of food processing?
A: Beyond food products, Agar Agar is commonly used in microbiological media for culturing microorganisms, as well as in pharmaceuticals for capsule formation and tissue culture labs due to its strong gelling properties and high purity standards.Q: What quality controls are in place to ensure the safety of Agar Agar?
A: Agar Agar is manufactured under strict quality standards: it contains less than 10 ppm of heavy metals, less than 3 ppm of lead, and microbial counts under 1,000 CFU/g. Allergen-free, non-GMO status, and regular testing ensure suitability for sensitive and regulated applications.Q: What is the recommended way to store Agar Agar for maximum shelf life?
A: Store Agar Agar in a cool, dry place, in tightly closed containers to prevent exposure to moisture. Properly stored, it maintains its properties for up to three years from the manufacturing date.Q: How is Agar Agar processed and packaged for distribution?
A: Agar Agar is extracted from selected red seaweeds, purified, dried, and milled into a fine powder. It is packed in 25 kg fiber drums or cartons, or as per customer requirements, ensuring protection from contamination and moisture during storage and transport.
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