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| Analysis | Specification |
|---|---|
| Characters/appearance | White to light yellow powder, almost not soluble in ethanol and organic solvent |
| Identification 1 | producing a gelatinous precipitate, stick to the glass rod |
| Identification 2 | producing a gelatinous precipitate |
| Identification 3 | Dark purple |
| Loss on drying | ≤15% |
| Total ash | ≤ 8 % |
| Carboxyl content | 19%--25% |
| Chloride | ≤ 1% |
| Heavy Metals Sum | ≤ 20.0 ppm |
| Microbiological quality Total Plate Count E.Coli. Salmonella |
≤100 cfu/g Negative Negative |
| Packing & Storage | Cool and Dry |
Q1: What is Alginic Acid and where is it sourced from?
A1: Alginic acid (also known as alginate) is a natural polysaccharide extracted from the cell walls of brown seaweed. It is an organic, vegetal-derived material widely used across food, pharmaceutical, and industrial applications.
Q2: What are the main physical properties of Alginic Acid powder?
A2: The powder is white to light yellow, odorless, and almost tasteless. It is insoluble in water and organic solvents, and behaves as a high-swell agent with a minimum swelling coefficient of 22.
Q3: How is Alginic Acid utilized in the food industry?
A3: Alginic acid serves as a high-quality softening agent for breads and baked goods. Its water-binding ability aids in stabilizing viscosity, enhancing dough texture, and extending freshness.
Q4: What are the common pharmaceutical and medical uses of Alginic Acid?
A4: In the pharmaceutical sector, it is formulated into anti-reflux preparations (like Gaviscon) to inhibit gastric acid reflux. It is also used widely in dentistry and prosthetics as an impression-making medium.
Q5: Can Alginates be used in textile printing?
A5: Yes. Sodium alginate is highly valued in reactive dye printing and screen-printing. Because alginates do not react chemically with these dyes, they wash out easily from the fabrics, outperforming starch-based thickeners.
Q6: What certifications do your biotechnology products comply with?
A6: All operations and natural ingredients are manufactured and handled in compliance with globally recognized quality standards, certified by ISO9001:2015 and KOSHER.
