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Food grade ingredient · Hydrocolloid, gelling agent and stabilizer · INS 407
Food Grade Carrageenan
Carrageenan is a seaweed-derived food hydrocolloid used to build gel structure, viscosity, suspension and stability in compatible formulations.
- CAS / identity
- 11114-20-8 (supplied sheet); 9000-07-1 (JECFA record)
- INS number
- 407; verify 407a for applicable semi-refined material
- Form
- Sulfated galactan hydrocolloid
- MOQ
- 500 kg
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Quality documentsKosher, Halal and ISO
Standard packing25 kg bag; woven or paper bag; 120 mesh
Container loading15 MT without pallets; 12.5 MT with pallets / 20' FCL
Batch evidenceCurrent specification and COA on request
Direct product answer
What is food grade Carrageenan?
Carrageenan is a sulfated polysaccharide hydrocolloid obtained from red seaweeds. The supplied portfolio includes refined and semi-refined grades with different minimum gel strengths.
Commercial suitability depends on the exact grade, source, test method, application and destination-market rules. The current signed specification and batch COA govern a transaction.
Application screening
Common food grade Carrageenan applications
These are formulation areas, not universal approvals. Confirm legal use, dosage and technical performance for the finished product.
Dairy and beverages
Evaluate suspension, protein interaction, mouthfeel and heat-process stability.
Confectionery and gels
Select grade and ion system according to gel strength, elasticity and release target.
Personal care and pet food
The supplied sheet identifies these markets; qualify the exact food or non-food grade separately.
Supplied technical data
Food grade Carrageenan reference specification
The table reproduces the supplied sheet for procurement screening. It is not a batch COA or a statement of universal regulatory limits.
| Test item | Refined carrageenan | Semi-refined carrageenan |
|---|---|---|
| Viscosity | ≥5 mPa·s | ≥5 mPa·s |
| Ash | 15–40% | 15–40% |
| Loss on drying | ≤12% | ≤12% |
| Lead (Pb) | ≤5 mg/kg | ≤5 mg/kg |
| Arsenic (As) | ≤3 mg/kg | ≤3 mg/kg |
| Cadmium (Cd) | ≤2 mg/kg | ≤2 mg/kg |
| Mercury (Hg) | ≤1 mg/kg | ≤1 mg/kg |
| Gel strength | ≥1200 g/cm² | ≥450 g/cm² |
| pH | 8–11 | 8–11 |
| Acid-insoluble ash | ≤1% | ≤1% |
| Sulfate (SO4) | 15–40% | 15–40% |
| Total colony count | ≤5,000 CFU/g | ≤5,000 CFU/g |
| Mold and yeast | ≤300 CFU/g | ≤300 CFU/g |
| Coliform | Absent in 5 g | Absent in 5 g |
| Salmonella | Absent in 10 g | Absent in 10 g |
Specification and identity note: Identity and grade naming require confirmation. The attachment gives CAS 11114-20-8, while the FAO/JECFA carrageenan record lists CAS 9000-07-1 and INS 407. Semi-refined material may fall under processed Eucheuma seaweed (INS 407a) depending on source and processing. Confirm seaweed source, process, INS designation and signed specification.
Qualification support
Documents and evidence to request
Product documents
Request the current signed specification or TDS, SDS, test methods and representative or batch COA.
Food qualification
Verify Kosher, Halal and ISO documents for the exact grade, source and manufacturing site.
Independent identity reference
Review the FAO/JECFA carrageenan record and apply destination-market rules separately.
Storage and handling
Protect Carrageenan in storage
- EnvironmentStore sealed in a cool, dry and ventilated area away from direct sunlight and heat; the attachment advises below 30°C.
- MoistureProtect bags from rain, humidity, caking and contamination.
- ControlsKeep packaging intact and follow the current SDS and site hygiene procedures.
Buyer questions
Food grade Carrageenan FAQ
What is food grade Carrageenan used for?
Meat products, Dairy and beverages, Confectionery and gels, Personal care and pet food are common formulation areas. Legal use, dosage and performance must be confirmed for the exact finished food and destination market.
What are the packing and minimum order quantity for Carrageenan?
The supplied packing is 25 kg bag; woven or paper bag; 120 mesh. The reference minimum order quantity is 500 kg.
Which documents should a buyer request for Carrageenan?
Request the current signed specification or TDS, SDS, representative or batch COA, test methods and applicable food-quality certificates for the exact manufacturing site and grade.
What should be included in a Carrageenan RFQ?
Provide the intended food application, target specification, test methods, quantity, packing, destination, pallet preference and required delivery date.
Last reviewed 2026-07-20 by Bespring Chemical technical and export team.
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